Abhishek Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Abhishek originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'anointment' or 'consecration'. It evolved from ancient Sanskrit through Prakrit to modern Hindi. The name carries connotations of reverence and is associated with traditional religious ceremonies. There is no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in the 20th century and is recognized for its cultural significance.
The name Abhishek is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Abhishek 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, 'Abhishek' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3950th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3057th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16846th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abhishek' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abhishek"
Pronunciation
/əbˈhɪʃɛk/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Abhishek is derived from the Sanskrit word 'abhisheka', which means 'anointing' or 'consecration'. In Hindu tradition, it is often associated with the ceremonial act of pouring sacred water over a deity or a person.
Meaning
anointment, consecration
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अभिषेक (Abhisheka), Prakrit: अभिषेक (Abhisheka), Modern Hindi: अभिषेक (Abhishek)
Historical Usage
Abhishek has been used in various Indian cultures and has gained popularity particularly in the 20th century as a given name reflecting cultural heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Abhi, Shek
Modern Popularity & Image
Abhishek is currently a popular name in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. It is often viewed as a name of reverence and respect.
Famous People
Abhishek Bachchan, Indian actor, Abhishek Singh, Indian politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abhishek"
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 "Abhishek"
"Abhishek" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3950th of 16616 | 205 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3057th of 24088 | 534 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16846th of 23106 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Abhishek" 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) |
- |
48.18% 2156th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.58% 2730th/4582 |
39.35% 2032nd/5164 |
56.19% 4109th/7313 |
28.93% 2159th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abhishek" 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 "Abhishek"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abhishek" 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.