Harsh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Harsh originates from Sanskrit, meaning joy or happiness. It has evolved through historical forms like Harṣa and Harsha, and is commonly used in India. The name is associated with positive traits and has gained global recognition in recent years. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Harsh 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, Harsh 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, 'Harsh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5224th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3567th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8303rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Harsh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Harsh"
Pronunciation
/hɑːrʃ/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Harsh originates from the Sanskrit word 'harṣa', meaning joy or happiness. It is often associated with the idea of delight and cheerfulness.
Meaning
joy, happiness
Language Evolution
Harṣa (Sanskrit), Harsha (Brahmi script), Harsh (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Harsh has been used in India for centuries and became more widely recognized globally in the 20th century due to cultural exchanges and the diaspora.
Variants & Derivatives
Harsha, Harshe, Harshaan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Harsh is perceived as a positive and uplifting name, often associated with vibrant personalities and joyful attributes.
Famous People
Harsh Vardhan (Indian politician), Harshad Mehta (Indian stockbroker)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Harsh"
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 "Harsh"
"Harsh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5224th of 16616 | 134 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3567th of 24088 | 426 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8303rd of 23106 | 105 |
Regional Popularity of "Harsh" 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) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
38.39% 1718th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.73% 2737th/4582 |
34.68% 1791st/5164 |
- |
57.18% 4267th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Harsh" 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 "Harsh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Harsh" 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.