Rising since 2007, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Guhan since 2003
Babies named Guhan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 93 |
| 2020s | 55 |
Meaning & origin
Guhan is a rare and distinctive name of South Indian origin that has only recently appeared on the U.S. baby name landscape. First recorded in 2003, it reached its peak rank of 4,707 in 2025, a year in which approximately 1 in every 81,337 newborn boys received the name. The name has been on a steady upward trajectory since 2007, reflecting growing interest in Indian heritage names among American families. While its exact meaning remains debated, the name's connection to Tamil culture and possible links to the god Murugan give it spiritual resonance. Its rarity and clean, two-syllable sound make it a unique choice that stands out without being difficult to pronounce.
Guhan is a name of South Indian origin, primarily used in Tamil-speaking communities. Its exact meaning is debated; it may derive from a Tamil word for "marsh" or be a variant of Guha, an epithet of the Hindu god Murugan. The name has seen modest modern use, particularly in the United States since the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Guha
Sibling names for Guhan
Names that share Guhan's style, for a brother or sister.
