Declining since 2011, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Eshan since 1991
Babies named Eshan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 431 |
| 2010s | 608 |
| 2020s | 121 |
Meaning & origin
Eshan is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning worship, devotion, or prayer, and is also a name for the Hindu god Shiva. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1991, and reached its peak popularity in 2011, ranking 4,707th in 2025 with an incidence of 1 in 81,337 boys. Its trajectory has been falling since 2011, though it remains a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with spiritual roots. Eshan is most common in the 2010s decade, and while top states are not listed, it is used across diverse communities in the United States.
Eshan (ईशान) is a Sanskrit word meaning 'worship' or 'prayer,' and is also a name for the Hindu god Shiva and the sun. It is common in India and among Hindu communities worldwide, often chosen for its spiritual connotations.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Esh
Sibling names for Eshan
Names that share Eshan's style, for a brother or sister.
