Angad
Angad is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Ornament, bracelet, or born of one's own body.
Origin and history
Angad is a traditional name of Sanskrit and Punjabi origin, meaning 'ornament' or 'part of one's body'. It holds significant historical and religious importance in Sikh tradition through Guru Angad Dev Ji, the second Sikh Guru. In the United States, its usage has increased steadily in recent years within South Asian communities.
Popularity in the United States
869 babies in the United States have been named Angad since 1880. It ranks #3809 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1644.
States where it is most popular
- CA (82.7 %)
- NY (5 %)
- TX (4.7 %)
- WA (4.4 %)
- OH (1.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 86 |
| 2000-2010 | 166 |
| 2010-2019 | 317 |
| 2020-2029 | 283 |
Famous people named Angad
- Angad Bedi: Actor, Model
Fun facts
- Guru Angad Dev Ji was named Angad by Guru Nanak, signifying that he was 'a part of his own body' due to his devotion.
- In Hindu mythology, Angad is a powerful monkey prince who played a pivotal role in the epic Ramayana.