Simran
Simran is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Remembrance, meditation, or recollection of God.
Origin and history
Simran is a name of Sanskrit and Punjabi origin derived from the concept of spiritual remembrance and meditation. It is widely used in South Asian communities, particularly within Sikhism. In the United States, it has been steadily used since the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
2,866 babies in the United States have been named Simran since 1880. It ranks #3311 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1911.
States where it is most popular
- CA (42.7 %)
- NY (17.6 %)
- NJ (12 %)
- TX (8.4 %)
- IL (6.5 %)
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 | 54 |
| 1990-2000 | 586 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,359 |
| 2010-2019 | 677 |
| 2020-2029 | 190 |
Famous people named Simran
- Simran Kaur Mundi: Actress, Model
Fun facts
- In Sikh tradition, Naam Simran refers to the continuous remembrance of the divine name.
- The name gained global recognition as the heroine's name in the iconic 1995 Bollywood film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.