Rohit
Rohit is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Red, sun, or the first ray of the sun.
Origin and history
Rohit is a classic name of Sanskrit origin meaning red or the first ray of the sun. It is widely used across India and South Asian diaspora communities. In the United States, it has been steadily used over recent decades, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Popularity in the United States
1,898 babies in the United States have been named Rohit since 1880. It ranks #2948 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1905.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.7 %)
- NJ (17.2 %)
- NY (16 %)
- TX (8.1 %)
- MI (4.7 %)
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 | 138 |
| 1980-1990 | 231 |
| 1990-2000 | 494 |
| 2000-2010 | 797 |
| 2010-2019 | 216 |
| 2020-2029 | 22 |
Famous people named Rohit
- Rohit Sharma: cricketer, athlete
- Rohit Shetty: film director, producer
Fun facts
- In ancient Sanskrit literature, Rohita refers to the red color of the rising sun and is associated with solar deities.
- The name is widely recognizable internationally due to prominent Indian sports figures and professionals bearing the name.