Rishaan
Rishaan is a boy's name of Indian origin.
Meaning
Lord Shiva; seeker of light; good person.
Origin and history
Rishaan is a modern Indian name of Sanskrit origin, often interpreted as referring to Lord Shiva or meaning a good, seeker of light person. It has gained steady popularity in the United States in recent years among families seeking contemporary South Asian names. Its distinct phonetic structure makes it approachable in multi-cultural settings.
Popularity in the United States
1,386 babies in the United States have been named Rishaan since 1880. It ranks #3331 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1416.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33 %)
- TX (18.2 %)
- NJ (13.5 %)
- IL (7.5 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 20 |
| 2010-2019 | 844 |
| 2020-2029 | 522 |
Fun facts
- The name Rishaan has seen a significant portion of its total U.S. usage registered since 2020.
- It is derived from classical Sanskrit roots associated with divinity and enlightenment.