Shreyas
Shreyas is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Superior, excellent, auspicious, or prosperous.
Origin and history
Shreyas is a traditional masculine name of Sanskrit origin that means superior, auspicious, or prosperous. It is commonly used among South Asian communities and has maintained a steady, modest presence in the United States over recent decades. The name carries positive, classical Indian cultural associations while remaining easy to pronounce internationally.
Popularity in the United States
1,422 babies in the United States have been named Shreyas since 1880. It ranks #3298 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1747.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45.8 %)
- NJ (17.8 %)
- TX (16.2 %)
- VA (4 %)
- OH (3.5 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 101 |
| 2000-2010 | 653 |
| 2010-2019 | 483 |
| 2020-2029 | 180 |
Famous people named Shreyas
- Shreyas Gopal: Cricketer
- Shreyas Talpade: Actor, Director
- Shreyas Iyer: Cricketer
Fun facts
- In the Katha Upanishad, 'Shreyas' represents the path of spiritual good and wisdom, contrasted with 'Preyas', the path of transient pleasure.
- Over 1,400 boys in the United States have been named Shreyas since SSA record-keeping began.