Rishabh
Rishabh is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Bull, excellent, or top supreme.
Origin and history
Rishabh is an ancient Sanskrit name traditionally meaning 'bull' or 'excellent', symbolizing strength and vigor. It holds significant cultural importance in India, particularly in Jainism where Rishabhanatha is the first Tirthankara. In the United States, it is a recognized male name used predominantly within South Asian American communities.
Popularity in the United States
996 babies in the United States have been named Rishabh since 1880. It ranks #3686 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- CA (56.3 %)
- NJ (19.9 %)
- TX (7.5 %)
- VA (4.9 %)
- NY (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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 71 |
| 2000-2010 | 467 |
| 2010-2019 | 347 |
| 2020-2029 | 111 |
Famous people named Rishabh
- Rishabh Pant: Cricketer, Athlete
- Rishabh Shetty: Actor, Director
Fun facts
- Rishabha is celebrated in Jain tradition as the first of twenty-four Tirthankaras who helped establish civil society.
- In Indian classical music, 'Rishabh' (or Re) is the second swara (note) of the octave.