Jeevan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeevan is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'life'. It evolved from the Sanskrit 'jīvan' through historical forms like Prakrit. The name is associated with vitality and has no biblical relevance. It has been popular in Indian culture for centuries and is currently viewed positively.
The name Jeevan is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Jeevan has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jeevan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10692nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5042nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4935th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jeevan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeevan"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒiːvən/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Jeevan comes from the Sanskrit word 'jīvan', which means 'life' or 'living'. It is derived from the root 'jīv' meaning 'to live'.
Meaning
life
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: जीवन् (jīvan), Prakrit: जिव (jiva), Modern Hindi: जीवन (jīvan)
Historical Usage
The name Jeevan has been used in Indian culture for centuries and has gained popularity in modern times, particularly among Hindi-speaking populations.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeev, Jivan, Jeevith
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Jeevan is perceived positively, symbolizing vitality and energy. It is often chosen for its meaningful connection to life.
Famous People
Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan - Indian politician, Jeevan Kumar - Indian actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeevan"
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 "Jeevan"
"Jeevan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10692nd of 16616 | 27 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5042nd of 24088 | 258 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4935th of 23106 | 232 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeevan" 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) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
- |
36.97% 2759th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
37.19% 2334th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeevan" 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 "Jeevan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeevan" 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.