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Ishaan

Ishaan is a boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning Sun, lord" - an epithet of Shiva.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginSanskrit
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#774

What does Ishaan mean?

Sun, lord" - an epithet of Shiva

How popular is Ishaan?

Ishaan has been given to 4,145 babies in the United States since 1990, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 6,180 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Ishaan per year in the United States, 1990–2020. Source: Social Security Administration
4,145 Babies named since 1990
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Ishaan

What does the name Ishaan mean?

Ishaan means Sun, lord" - an epithet of Shiva. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Ishaan a boy's or a girl's name?

Ishaan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Ishaan?

Ishaan has been given to 4,145 babies in the United States since 1990, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.