Sandeep
Sandeep is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Light, lamp, or glowing flame.
Origin and history
Sandeep is a traditional masculine name of Sanskrit origin, commonly spelled Sandip or Sandeep in modern transliteration. It means a glowing light, lamp, or illuminated flame. In the United States, it saw modest usage in the late 20th century, particularly among families of South Asian heritage.
Popularity in the United States
806 babies in the United States have been named Sandeep since 1880. It ranks #3870 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (67.9 %)
- NY (26.3 %)
- IL (3.6 %)
- OH (2.2 %)
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 | 41 |
| 1970-1980 | 183 |
| 1980-1990 | 240 |
| 1990-2000 | 222 |
| 2000-2010 | 102 |
| 2010-2019 | 18 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Sandeep
- Sandeep Naik: Executive, Investor
Fun facts
- Derived from the Sanskrit elements 'sam' (proper, complete) and 'deepa' (lamp or light).
- Sandip and Sandeep are equivalent English transliterations of the same underlying name.