Ishan
Ishan first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2009, when 148 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ishan popular?
Declining Ishan is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2009 peak.
| 2020s | 476 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,048 | |
| 2000s | 978 | |
| 1990s | 212 | |
| 1980s | 23 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ishan mean?
From the Sanskrit ईशान (īśāna), 'ruler, master'. It is an epithet of the god Shiva, also denotes the sun and the north-eastern quarter (one of the dikpalas). A genuine, well-attested Vedic/classical term.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ishan mean?
Ishan means The sun; ruler; a name of Shiva. From the Sanskrit ईशान (īśāna), 'ruler, master'. It is an epithet of the god Shiva, also denotes the sun and the north-eastern quarter (one of the dikpalas). A genuine, well-attested Vedic/classical term.
What is the origin of the name Ishan?
Ishan is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Ishan?
Ishan is pronounced “ee-SHAHN.”
Is Ishan a boy or a girl name?
Ishan is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Ishan a popular name right now?
Ishan is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2009 peak.
How popular is the name Ishan?
In 2025, Ishan ranked #1877 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ishan most popular?
Ishan was most popular in 2009, when about 148 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ishan?
Names similar to Ishan include Neel, Advik, Dev, Om, Ansh.
What names go well with Ishan?
sanskrit names that pair well with Ishan include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.