Vihaan
Vihaan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Dawn, morning, or the beginning of a new era.
Origin and history
Vihaan is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin that means 'dawn' or 'morning'. It has grown significantly in popularity in the United States since the 2000s, particularly among South Asian American families. The name symbolizes new beginnings and light.
Popularity in the United States
5,623 babies in the United States have been named Vihaan since 1880. It ranks #1619 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #804.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.1 %)
- TX (12.4 %)
- NJ (11.6 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
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 | 273 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,663 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,687 |
Fun facts
- Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Vihāna', which directly translates to dawn or dawn's early light.
- The name entered regular U.S. social security baby name rankings in the early 2000s and has maintained steady growth.