Ankit Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ankit has its origins in Sanskrit, meaning 'marked' or 'a sign'. It has evolved from the form Ankita to its current usage as Ankit. This name is often associated with positive traits and does not have a biblical background. It has gained popularity in modern India, and notable figures bear this name.
The name Ankit is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Ankit has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Ankit' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7360th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2650th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4069th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11534th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ankit' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ankit"
Pronunciation
/ˈʌn.kɪt/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Ankit is derived from the Sanskrit word 'ankita', which means 'marked' or 'a sign'. It is commonly used in Indian culture.
Meaning
marked, a sign
Language Evolution
Ankita, Ankit
Historical Usage
The name Ankit has been used in India for several decades and has gained popularity in the 20th and 21st centuries due to its positive connotations and cultural significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Ankita, Anki
Modern Popularity & Image
Ankit is a popular name among Indian parents and is often perceived as modern and trendy.
Famous People
Ankit Tiwari - Indian playback singer, Ankit Sharma - Indian cricketer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ankit"
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 "Ankit"
"Ankit" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7360th of 10718 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2650th of 16616 | 371 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4069th of 24088 | 349 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11534th of 23106 | 55 |
Regional Popularity of "Ankit" 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) |
54.38% 2004th/3685 |
27.66% 1238th/4475 |
- |
45.07% 2847th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
53.99% 2788th/5164 |
- |
45.34% 3384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ankit" 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 "Ankit"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ankit" 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.