Vishal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vishal is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'great' or 'magnificent'. It has evolved from its roots in ancient Sanskrit to modern Hindi usage. The name is associated with positive traits such as strength and grandeur. It does not have biblical significance, but it has been widely used in India and has seen a rise in popularity in recent decades.
The name Vishal is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Vishal 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, 'Vishal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3270th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1609th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2496th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9173rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Vishal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vishal"
Pronunciation
/vɪˈʃɑːl/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Vishal comes from the Sanskrit word 'विषाल' (viṣāla), which means 'large', 'great', or 'magnificent'.
Meaning
Great, large, magnificent
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: विषाल (viṣāla), Hindi: विशाल (vishāl), Modern Usage: Vishal
Historical Usage
The name Vishal has been used in India for centuries and gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Hindu families.
Variants & Derivatives
Vishal, Vishaal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vishal is a popular name in India and among Indian communities worldwide, often associated with strength and grandeur.
Famous People
Vishal Bhardwaj - Indian film director, Vishal Dadlani - Indian singer and songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vishal"
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 "Vishal"
"Vishal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3270th of 10718 | 157 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1609th of 16616 | 770 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2496th of 24088 | 714 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9173rd of 23106 | 88 |
Regional Popularity of "Vishal" 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) |
58.63% 1722nd/2937 |
49.61% 1728th/3483 |
- |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.18% 1370th/3685 |
20.69% 926th/4475 |
48.23% 2505th/5194 |
23.08% 1458th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.93% 2471st/4582 |
29.43% 1520th/5164 |
42.44% 3104th/7313 |
26.21% 1956th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Vishal" 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 "Vishal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vishal" 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.