Agastya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Agastya originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'one who is invincible' or 'mountain thrower.' It has evolved through various forms in ancient Indian languages. The name is associated with a revered sage in Hindu mythology, symbolizing wisdom and strength. There is no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in ancient texts and retains a positive perception in modern culture.
The name Agastya 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, Agastya has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Agastya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6139th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1671st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Agastya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Agastya"
Pronunciation
/əˈɡɑːstjə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Agastya is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Agastya,' which refers to a revered sage in Hindu mythology.
Meaning
The name Agastya means 'one who is invincible' or 'mountain thrower.'
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अगस्त्य (Agastya), Prakrit: अगस्स (Agassa), Pali: अगस्स (Agassa)
Historical Usage
Agastya gained popularity primarily in ancient Indian texts and has been significant in Hindu literature and traditions.
Variants & Derivatives
Agastya, Agasthya, Agasthya
Modern Popularity & Image
Agastya is viewed positively in contemporary Indian culture, often associated with wisdom and strength.
Famous People
Agastya Muni (mythical sage), Agastya Sen (Indian politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Agastya"
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 "Agastya"
"Agastya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6139th of 24088 | 192 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1671st of 23106 | 1,163 |
Regional Popularity of "Agastya" 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) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
44.87% 3349th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
45.91% 1829th/3984 |
28.62% 1284th/4487 |
27.50% 1876th/6822 |
18.69% 1173rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Agastya" 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 "Agastya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Agastya" 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.