Declining since 2002.
Popularity of Aniket since 1996
Babies named Aniket per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 171 |
| 2010s | 122 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Aniket is a name of Sanskrit origin, primarily used among Hindu communities in India and the diaspora. It carries the powerful meaning of 'unappeasable,' often associated with the god Shiva. While it has never broken into the U.S. top 1000, its usage peaked in 2003 and has been declining since 2002. The name is rare but culturally significant, reflecting a long-standing tradition of using epithets of deities as given names.
Aniket is a Sanskrit name meaning 'one who cannot be appeased' or 'lord of the house.' It is an epithet of the Hindu god Shiva, who is often described as unyielding or beyond material needs. The name has been used in India for centuries, particularly in Hindu families, and has seen some adoption in the global Indian diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ani, Ket, Anu
Variants: Aniketh, Anikethan
Sibling names for Aniket
Names that share Aniket's style, for a brother or sister.
