Declining since 2002, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Anand since 1966
Babies named Anand per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 34 |
| 1970s | 292 |
| 1980s | 430 |
| 1990s | 323 |
| 2000s | 403 |
| 2010s | 284 |
| 2020s | 136 |
Meaning & origin
Anand, a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'bliss,' has been used in the United States since at least 1966, when it first appeared on Social Security records. Its peak popularity came in 1980, but since 2002 its usage has been steadily declining. In 2025, it ranked #5861 with roughly 1 in 113,872 boys receiving the name. While historically more common in India, Anand has maintained a modest presence in the U.S., reflecting wider trends of cross-cultural naming. Top states for the name include none with high enough concentration for record; it remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with deep spiritual resonance.
Anand is derived from the Sanskrit word 'ānanda', meaning bliss, joy, or happiness. It is a common given name in India, especially among Hindu families, and appears in ancient texts such as the Upanishads where it denotes the ultimate spiritual bliss. The name has been widely used across the Indian subcontinent for centuries.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Anandam, Ananda
Sibling names for Anand
Names that share Anand's style, for a brother or sister.
