Rakesh
Rakesh first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1980, when 21 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Rakesh popular?
Declining Rakesh is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1980 peak.
| 2010s | 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 58 | |
| 1990s | 75 | |
| 1980s | 153 | |
| 1970s | 129 | |
| 1960s | 16 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Rakesh mean?
Rakesh combines Sanskrit raka ('full moon' or the full-moon night) and isha ('lord, ruler'), i.e. 'lord of the full moon,' per Monier-Williams. A genuine, dictionary-backed lunar name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rakesh mean?
Rakesh means Lord of the full moon. Rakesh combines Sanskrit raka ('full moon' or the full-moon night) and isha ('lord, ruler'), i.e. 'lord of the full moon,' per Monier-Williams. A genuine, dictionary-backed lunar name.
What is the origin of the name Rakesh?
Rakesh is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Rakesh?
Rakesh is pronounced “rah-KESH.”
Is Rakesh a boy or a girl name?
Rakesh is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Rakesh a popular name right now?
Rakesh is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1980 peak.
When was the name Rakesh most popular?
Rakesh was most popular in 1980, when about 21 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Rakesh?
Names similar to Rakesh include Nirav, Ranbir, Nakul, Aniket, Lakshya.
What names go well with Rakesh?
sanskrit names that pair well with Rakesh include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.