Holding steady.
Popularity of Ashvin since 1980
Babies named Ashvin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 95 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ashvin is a name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'possessing horses,' and is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology as the name of the twin horseman gods. First recorded in the United States in 1980, it has never entered the top 1000, remaining a rare choice. Its peak usage came in 2006, and its trajectory has been stable since the 2000s. While not ranking nationally, it is most likely used in communities with South Asian heritage, particularly among Hindu families. The name's connection to ancient Vedic traditions gives it a rich cultural resonance without common nickname or variant confusion.
Ashvin (अश्विन्) is a Sanskrit name meaning 'possessing horses' or 'horseman.' In Hindu mythology, the Ashvins are twin gods of medicine and horsemanship, appearing in the Rigveda. The name has been used in India for centuries, often as a masculine given name in Hindu families.
“Ashvin” around the world
Where Ashvin lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ash, Ashu
Sibling names for Ashvin
Names that share Ashvin's style, for a brother or sister.
