Chirag
Chirag is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Lamp, light, or guide.
Origin and history
Chirag is a masculine name of Sanskrit and Indo-Aryan origin meaning 'lamp' or 'light'. It is widely used across South Asia and among the South Asian diaspora. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare name, primarily given within Indian-American communities.
Popularity in the United States
667 babies in the United States have been named Chirag since 1880. It ranks #4009 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- NJ (37.6 %)
- IL (31.6 %)
- CA (22.2 %)
- NY (4.3 %)
- TX (4.3 %)
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 | 89 |
| 1980-1990 | 240 |
| 1990-2000 | 181 |
| 2000-2010 | 113 |
| 2010-2019 | 38 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Chirag
- Chirag Patel: Rapper, Musician
Fun facts
- The name symbolizes guidance, brightness, and hope, often associated with bringing light to a family.
- Though rooted in Sanskrit, the word entered Persian and Hindi, making it common across multiple cultures in South Asia.