Ishan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ishan is a name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'lord' or 'master.' It evolved from the term 'Ishana,' which is linked to Hindu traditions. The name carries traits of leadership and strength, with no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity has grown in modern times, particularly in India.
The name Ishan 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, Ishan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling 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, 'Ishan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5443rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1553rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1749th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ishan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ishan"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈʃɑːn/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Ishan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ishana,' which means 'lord' or 'master.' It is often associated with the direction 'northeast' and is considered a name of Lord Shiva in Hinduism.
Meaning
lord, master
Language Evolution
Ishana (Sanskrit), Ishan (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Ishan has been popular in India and among Hindu communities for centuries, gaining wider recognition in recent years as more people seek names with cultural significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Ishaan, Ishana, Ish, Ishaanu
Modern Popularity & Image
Ishan is perceived positively, associated with leadership and strength, and is popular among parents looking for meaningful names with spiritual significance.
Famous People
Ishan Kishan (Indian cricketer), Ishan Sharma (Indian politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ishan"
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 "Ishan"
"Ishan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5443rd of 16616 | 126 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1553rd of 24088 | 1,434 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1749th of 23106 | 1,093 |
Regional Popularity of "Ishan" 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) |
- | - | - |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.56% 1675th/4582 |
20.80% 1074th/5164 |
24.39% 1784th/7313 |
16.79% 1253rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.72% 1901st/3984 |
27.66% 1241st/4487 |
29.86% 2037th/6822 |
21.59% 1355th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ishan" 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 "Ishan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ishan" 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.