Shreyas Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Shreyas originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'superior' or 'prosperous'. It has evolved through classical Indian texts into modern use, associated with excellence and well-being. There is no biblical relevance. The name is currently popular in India, often linked to positive traits, and notable individuals include Shreyas Iyer and Shreyas Talpade.
The name Shreyas 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 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, Shreyas has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Shreyas' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9103rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2142nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3133rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Shreyas' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shreyas"
Pronunciation
/ʃreɪjəs/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Shreyas is derived from the Sanskrit word 'śreyas', which means 'superior', 'excellent', or 'prosperous'. It is often associated with goodness and well-being.
Meaning
superior, excellent, prosperous
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: श्रेयस् (śreyas), Classical Indian texts, Modern Indian languages
Historical Usage
Shreyas has been used in India for centuries and has gained popularity in modern times as a name for boys, especially among Hindu families.
Variants & Derivatives
Shreya, Shrey, Shreyansh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shreyas is perceived as a modern and sophisticated name, often associated with positive traits such as intelligence and success.
Famous People
Shreyas Iyer - Indian cricketer, Shreyas Talpade - Indian actor and director
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shreyas"
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 "Shreyas"
"Shreyas" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9103rd of 16616 | 42 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2142nd of 24088 | 905 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3133rd of 23106 | 448 |
Regional Popularity of "Shreyas" 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) |
47.25% 2165th/4582 |
32.13% 1659th/5164 |
32.08% 2346th/7313 |
20.64% 1540th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
68.73% 3084th/4487 |
46.25% 3155th/6822 |
35.95% 2256th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Shreyas" 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 "Shreyas"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shreyas" 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.