Vishnu
Vishnu is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
All-pervasive, omnipresent, or protector.
Origin and history
Vishnu is a traditional Indian male name derived from ancient Sanskrit roots. In Hinduism, Vishnu is one of the principal deities, known as the preserver and protector of the universe. In the United States, it is moderately used primarily within families of Indian heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,130 babies in the United States have been named Vishnu since 1880. It ranks #3562 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1808.
States where it is most popular
- CA (67.2 %)
- NJ (16.8 %)
- TX (8.8 %)
- MI (2.7 %)
- NY (2.7 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 42 |
| 1990-2000 | 171 |
| 2000-2010 | 466 |
| 2010-2019 | 326 |
| 2020-2029 | 119 |
Famous people named Vishnu
- Vishnu Vishal: actor, producer
Fun facts
- Vishnu is one of the three primary gods in the Hindu Trimurti, alongside Brahma and Shiva.
- The name stems from the Sanskrit root 'vish', meaning to pervade or take space.