Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Jishnu since 2003
Babies named Jishnu per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 29 |
| 2010s | 52 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Jishnu is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'elder' or 'victorious'. In Hindu texts, it is used as an epithet for the god Vishnu and the warrior Arjuna. Entering U.S. records in 2003, the name has remained consistently rare, ranking 10,695 in 2025 with a frequency of 1 in 284,679 births. Its peak popularity came in 2010, after which usage has been stable. While not among the most common Indian names in the United States, Jishnu holds cultural and mythological significance, making it a distinctive choice for families with ties to Hindu tradition. The name has not seen a strong presence in any particular U.S. state, reflecting its niche appeal.
Jishnu comes from the Sanskrit root जिष्णु (jiṣṇu), meaning 'victorious' or 'elder'. In Hindu tradition, it is an epithet of the god Vishnu and also refers to the hero Arjuna in the Mahabharata. The name has been used in India for centuries, though its adoption as a given name in modern times is relatively recent, with records in the United States dating from 2003.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jish, Jishu
Sibling names for Jishnu
Names that share Jishnu's style, for a brother or sister.
