Abhiram Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Abhiram is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'delightful' or 'pleasing'. It evolved from ancient Sanskrit through Prakrit into modern Indian languages. The name carries positive traits associated with charm and pleasantness but has no biblical relevance. It has seen significant usage in Indian culture and continues to be popular today.
The name Abhiram is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abhiram has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abhiram' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15031st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3081st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2273rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abhiram' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abhiram"
Pronunciation
/əˈbɪrɑːm/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Abhiram is derived from the Sanskrit words 'abhi' meaning 'towards' or 'near' and 'ram' meaning 'pleasing' or 'delightful'. Hence, it can be understood as 'one who is pleasing or delightful'.
Meaning
delightful, pleasing
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अभिराम, Prakrit: अभिराम, Modern Indian languages: Abhiram
Historical Usage
The name Abhiram has been used in various Indian cultures, particularly among followers of Hinduism, since ancient times. It gained popularity in modern times due to its positive connotations and cultural significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Abhirama, Abhiram, Abhi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Abhiram is viewed positively and is often associated with charm and pleasantness. It is a popular name in India and among Indian communities worldwide.
Famous People
Abhiram S. R. Rao, an Indian politician, Abhiram S. R. Rao, a noted artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abhiram"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abhiram"
"Abhiram" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15031st of 16616 | 8 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3081st of 24088 | 528 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2273rd of 23106 | 730 |
Regional Popularity of "Abhiram" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
44.42% 2294th/5164 |
43.03% 3147th/7313 |
30.05% 2243rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.73% 2340th/3984 |
44.57% 2000th/4487 |
31.62% 2157th/6822 |
28.25% 1773rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abhiram" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abhiram"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abhiram" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.