Anand Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Anand originates from Sanskrit, meaning bliss or happiness. It has evolved through various Indian languages and is associated with positive traits. There is no biblical relevance, but the name has gained popularity in modern times, especially within Indian communities. Notable people with this name include Anand Mahindra and Anand Kumar.
The name Anand is most popular in California, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anand 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, 'Anand' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1860th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1923rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2865th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3860th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22546th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anand' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anand"
Pronunciation
/əˈnɑːnd/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Anand comes from the Sanskrit word 'ānanda,' which means 'bliss' or 'happiness.' It is often associated with joy and contentment.
Meaning
bliss, happiness, joy
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: आनंद (ānanda), Prakrit: आनंद (ānanda), Modern Indian languages: आनंद (ānand)
Historical Usage
The name Anand has been used in India and among Indian communities for centuries, gaining more recognition in modern times due to cultural globalization and the Indian diaspora.
Variants & Derivatives
Ananda, Anandita, Anandi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Anand is perceived positively, often associated with joy and contentment. It is commonly used in India and among Indian expatriates.
Famous People
Anand Mahindra - Indian businessman and chairman of Mahindra Group, Anand Gopal - American journalist and author, Anand Kumar - Indian mathematician and educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anand"
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 "Anand"
"Anand" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1860th of 10718 | 382 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1923rd of 16616 | 586 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2865th of 24088 | 585 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3860th of 23106 | 333 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22546th of 30306 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Anand" 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) |
45.18% 1327th/2937 |
32.30% 1125th/3483 |
- |
45.15% 1826th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.59% 1717th/3685 |
28.38% 1270th/4475 |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
31.57% 1994th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
56.22% 2576th/4582 |
40.38% 2085th/5164 |
56.82% 4155th/7313 |
28.35% 2116th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.48% 2569th/3984 |
69.69% 3127th/4487 |
- |
33.51% 2103rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Anand" 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 "Anand"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anand" 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.