Declining since 2005.
Popularity of Jayanth since 1993
Babies named Jayanth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 79 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Jayanth, meaning 'victorious' in Sanskrit, first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993, reflecting increased cultural exchange and the growing diversity of American naming practices. The name reached its peak popularity in 2004 before entering a steady decline in usage starting in 2005. While the specific one-in-N ratio for Jayanth is not available, its trajectory clearly shows it as a name that has seen modest but sustained use among families drawn to its strong, positive meaning. Jayanth remains a distinctive choice, more common in the 2000s than in previous decades.
Jayanth is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'jaya' (victory). It is a common given name in India, particularly among Hindu families, and is associated with the deity Vishnu. The name has been in modern use in the United States since the early 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jay
Sibling names for Jayanth
Names that share Jayanth's style, for a brother or sister.
