Shlok
Shlok is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Verse, prayer, or sacred Sanskrit hymn.
Origin and history
Shlok is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning verse, prayer, or sacred hymn, specifically referring to a classic poetic meter used in ancient Hindu texts. In the United States, it has seen steady usage primarily within Indian American communities over recent decades. Its musical sound and deep literary significance make it a distinctive modern choice.
Popularity in the United States
1,068 babies in the United States have been named Shlok since 1880. It ranks #3617 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1625.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40 %)
- NJ (24.1 %)
- TX (15.1 %)
- IL (9.7 %)
- PA (7.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 191 |
| 2010-2019 | 575 |
| 2020-2029 | 302 |
Fun facts
- The term originally denoted the classic two-line verse meter used in major Sanskrit epic literature.
- It has gained modest popularity in the U.S. since the early 2000s, reflecting global naming trends.