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Aaditya

ah-DIT-yah · Derived from Sanskrit meaning 'sun' or 'belonging to Aditi', a Vedic goddess associated with infinity.

2025 rank (boys)
#6,803
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2008
2025 frequency
1 in 142,340 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2007

Declining since 2007, #6,803 for boys today.

Popularity of Aaditya since 1997

Babies named Aaditya per year in U.S. Social Security records.

173451200020102020Most births 2008Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s19
2000s266
2010s307
2020s101

Meaning & origin

Aaditya is a Sanskrit-origin name meaning 'sun', primarily given to boys and rooted in Hindu tradition. First recorded in U.S. data in 1997, it reached its peak popularity in 2008 and has been gradually declining since 2007. By 2025, the name had a rank of 6,803, with approximately 1 in 142,340 newborn boys receiving it. While not among the most common Indian names in the U.S., Aaditya reflects a continuing appreciation for meaningful, traditional names among Indian-American families. Its trajectory shows a gentle fall from its peak, yet it remains a recognizable choice within its cultural community.

Aaditya is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'sun' and also referring to the sons of the goddess Aditi in Hindu mythology. It is closely related to the more common name Aditya and has been used in India for centuries, gaining popularity among the Indian diaspora.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Aadi, Adi

Variants: Aditya, Aadityaa

Sibling names for Aaditya

Names that share Aaditya's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Ananya, Ishita, Kavya, Riya, Sara

Brothers: Arjun, Rohan, Vivek, Aryan, Neel

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Aaditya mean?
Aaditya means 'sun' in Sanskrit and is also associated with the sons of the goddess Aditi.
How popular is the name Aaditya currently?
As of 2025, Aaditya ranks 6,803 in the United States, with about 1 in 142,340 boys given the name that year.
Is Aaditya a boy or girl name?
Aaditya is traditionally a masculine name.