Rising since 2004, #929 for boys today.
Popularity of Agastya since 2002
Babies named Agastya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 107 |
| 2010s | 513 |
| 2020s | 988 |
Meaning & origin
Agastya is a Sanskrit name borne by a revered Hindu sage, and in the United States it has seen a steady rise in use since it was first recorded in 2002. By 2025 it had reached rank 929, with about 1 in 6,751 boys given the name that year, and the trajectory has been consistently upward since 2004. Its peak year so far is 2025, indicating growing interest among parents drawn to traditional South Asian names. The name is most popular in Washington, New Jersey, and Connecticut, reflecting its appeal in states with substantial South Asian communities. While the etymology remains uncertain, the cultural and spiritual weight of Agastya's mythological associations gives the name a distinctive gravitas.
Agastya is a name of Sanskrit origin, deeply rooted in Hindu tradition. In Hindu mythology, Agastya is a legendary sage and one of the Saptarshis (seven great sages), known for his wisdom and contributions to Vedic literature. The name has been used in South Asia for centuries, but its adoption as a given name in English-speaking countries is a more recent phenomenon, gaining modest popularity in the 21st century.
Where Agastya is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Agastya” around the world
Where Agastya lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
12
babies in 2025
New Zealand
14
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand).
Sibling names for Agastya
Names that share Agastya's style, for a brother or sister.
