Sahil Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sahil has its roots in Sanskrit, meaning 'shore' or 'riverbank'. It has evolved from ancient Sanskrit forms to modern usage in languages like Hindi. The name embodies traits of guidance and support, and it does not have biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in South Asia, and is currently perceived as a trendy name associated with calmness.
The name Sahil 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, Sahil has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Sahil' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2509th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1292nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2128th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sahil' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sahil"
Pronunciation
/sɑːˈhiːl/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Sahil is derived from the Sanskrit word 'sāhila', which means 'shore' or 'riverbank'. It is often associated with guidance and support.
Meaning
shore, riverbank, guide
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: साहित (sāhita), Hindi: साहिल (sāhil)
Historical Usage
The name Sahil has gained popularity in South Asia, particularly in India and Pakistan, since the late 20th century as a modern and trendy name.
Variants & Derivatives
Sahil, Sahile, Sahilan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sahil is viewed as a contemporary and stylish name, often associated with qualities of calmness and support.
Famous People
Sahil Khan, Indian actor and fitness entrepreneur, Sahil Madaan, Indian YouTuber and motivational speaker
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sahil"
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 "Sahil"
"Sahil" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2509th of 16616 | 400 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1292nd of 24088 | 1,891 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2128th of 23106 | 806 |
Regional Popularity of "Sahil" 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) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
31.04% 1389th/4475 |
62.75% 3259th/5194 |
29.65% 1873rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.72% 1545th/4582 |
16.36% 845th/5164 |
20.72% 1515th/7313 |
13.21% 986th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
57.38% 2286th/3984 |
33.54% 1505th/4487 |
38.24% 2609th/6822 |
26.16% 1642nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Sahil" 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 "Sahil"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sahil" 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.