Ishaan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ishaan is a name of Sanskrit origin that means 'lord' or 'god' and is linked to the northeast direction in Hindu cosmology. The name has evolved from the ancient term 'Isha' to its modern form. Ishaan is perceived as a name associated with intelligence and leadership, and it has gained popularity in contemporary society, especially within Hindu communities. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Ishaan is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Ishaan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Ishaan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1235th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 857th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ishaan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ishaan"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈʃɑːn/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
Ishaan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Isha,' which means 'lord' or 'god.' It is also associated with the direction 'northeast' in Hindu cosmology.
Meaning
lord, god, northeast
Language Evolution
Isha (Sanskrit), Ishaan (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Ishaan has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among Hindu communities, as a modern name reflecting spiritual significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Ishaan, Ishaanu, Ish, Ishu
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ishaan is viewed positively and is often associated with intelligence, spirituality, and leadership qualities.
Famous People
Ishaan Khatter (Indian actor), Ishaan Sharma (Indian filmmaker)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ishaan"
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 "Ishaan"
"Ishaan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1235th of 24088 | 2,029 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 857th of 23106 | 3,137 |
Regional Popularity of "Ishaan" 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) |
29.53% 1353rd/4582 |
15.41% 796th/5164 |
19.28% 1410th/7313 |
12.72% 949th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.41% 1052nd/3984 |
13.59% 610th/4487 |
14.98% 1022nd/6822 |
11.25% 706th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ishaan" 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 "Ishaan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ishaan" 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.