Ashwin
Ashwin is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Possessed of horses, light, or dawn.
Origin and history
Ashwin is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin derived from the Ashvins, divine twin horsemen in Hindu mythology. The name signifies speed, light, and horsepower. In the United States, it is a steadily used name among families looking for a classic Indian heritage name with a modern sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,207 babies in the United States have been named Ashwin since 1880. It ranks #2749 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1710.
States where it is most popular
- CA (43.7 %)
- TX (14.7 %)
- NJ (11.6 %)
- NY (8.3 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
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 | 21 |
| 1980-1990 | 178 |
| 1990-2000 | 417 |
| 2000-2010 | 743 |
| 2010-2019 | 631 |
| 2020-2029 | 217 |
Famous people named Ashwin
- Ashwin Sanghi: Author, Novelist
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Ashvins, divine physicians to the gods in ancient Hindu scriptures.
- Ashwin is also the name of the seventh month in the traditional Hindu calendar, corresponding to September-October.