Samarth
Samarth is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Capable, powerful, or efficient.
Origin and history
Samarth is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'powerful', 'capable', or 'efficient'. It is a traditional Indian name that has seen steady usage in the United States among Indian-American families. Its popularity in the U.S. has increased moderately in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,470 babies in the United States have been named Samarth since 1880. It ranks #3260 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1497.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.1 %)
- NJ (17.9 %)
- TX (16.8 %)
- WA (5.8 %)
- IL (3.8 %)
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 | 27 |
| 2000-2010 | 256 |
| 2010-2019 | 754 |
| 2020-2029 | 433 |
Famous people named Samarth
- Samarth Kulkarni: Biotechnology Executive, CEO
Fun facts
- Derived from the Sanskrit root meaning 'having power' or 'competent'.
- It is notably associated with the 17th-century Indian saint and spiritual master Samarth Ramdas.