Darshan
Darshan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sight, vision, or philosophical view.
Origin and history
Darshan is a traditional Indian name derived from Sanskrit, carrying philosophical and religious significance in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. It translates to sight, vision, or paying respect to a deity or sacred object. In the United States, it is a moderately rare masculine name given primarily within Indian-American communities.
Popularity in the United States
773 babies in the United States have been named Darshan since 1880. It ranks #3903 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1847.
States where it is most popular
- NJ (42.3 %)
- CA (38.5 %)
- TX (19.2 %)
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 | 34 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 183 |
| 2000-2010 | 210 |
| 2010-2019 | 181 |
| 2020-2029 | 80 |
Famous people named Darshan
- Darshan Kumar: Actor
- Darshan Raval: Singer, Composer
Fun facts
- In Indian philosophy, performing 'darshan' means beholding a divinity, guru, or sacred site with reverence.
- The name comes from the Sanskrit word 'darsana', which relates to seeing or the concept of worldview and philosophy.