Ishan
Ishan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Lord, master, ruler, or the sun.
Origin and history
Ishan is a name of Sanskrit origin that translates to lord, master, or the sun. In Hindu tradition, it is one of the epithets of the deity Shiva. It has seen steady usage in the United States, particularly within Indian-American communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,737 babies in the United States have been named Ishan since 1880. It ranks #2475 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1459.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.7 %)
- TX (14.2 %)
- NJ (13.7 %)
- NY (11.3 %)
- IL (6.4 %)
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 | 23 |
| 1990-2000 | 212 |
| 2000-2010 | 978 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,048 |
| 2020-2029 | 476 |
Famous people named Ishan
- Ishan Khatter: Actor
Fun facts
- In classical Sanskrit texts, Ishana is identified as the guardian deity of the northeast direction.
- The name has risen steadily in U.S. birth statistics alongside other short Sanskrit names.