Indira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Indira has its roots in Sanskrit, meaning 'splendid' or 'beautified'. It has evolved from ancient forms in Indian culture and is closely linked to the goddess Lakshmi. The name reflects traits of beauty and strength. Indira gained significant popularity in the 20th century, especially due to the influence of Indira Gandhi. It is not associated with any biblical narratives.
The name Indira is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. 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, Indira has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Indira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3018th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2886th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2770th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3574th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Indira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Indira"
Pronunciation
/ɪnˈdɪərə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Indira is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Indira', which means 'splendid' or 'beautified'. It is often associated with the goddess Lakshmi, who is the embodiment of wealth and prosperity in Hindu mythology.
Meaning
splendid, beauty
Language Evolution
Indira (Sanskrit), Indirā (transliterated form), Indra (related form)
Historical Usage
Indira gained popularity in India during the 20th century, particularly after the rise of Indira Gandhi, the first female Prime Minister of India, who served from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984.
Variants & Derivatives
Indu, Indira Devi, Indy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Indira is perceived as a strong and elegant name, often associated with leadership and resilience, largely due to its historical connections.
Famous People
Indira Gandhi, Indira Varma, Indira Noot, Indira Naidoo
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Indira"
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 "Indira"
"Indira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3018th of 19264 | 371 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2886th of 27321 | 599 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2770th of 35406 | 940 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3574th of 30306 | 525 |
Regional Popularity of "Indira" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Indira" 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) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
39.88% 1389th/3483 |
83.97% 2954th/3518 |
72.68% 2939th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
34.50% 1544th/4475 |
57.12% 2967th/5194 |
34.75% 2195th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
72.61% 3327th/4582 |
37.51% 1937th/5164 |
38.06% 2783rd/7313 |
34.33% 2562nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
61.47% 2758th/4487 |
72.91% 4974th/6822 |
43.21% 2712th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Indira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Indira" 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.