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Mayank

मयंकMAH-yunk · One who shines; a lustrous or brilliant person.

Peak popularity
2009
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2008

Declining since 2008.

Popularity of Mayank since 1993

Babies named Mayank per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61319200020102020Most births 2009Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s46
2000s102
2010s68
2020s27

Meaning & origin

Mayank, a name of Sanskrit origin, has been in use in the United States since 1993. It reached its peak popularity in 2009 but has been on a downward trend since 2008. The name is primarily given to boys and is associated with brightness and luster. Although it has not ranked in the top 1000, its cultural significance remains strong in Indian communities. The name's trajectory shows a steady decline from its peak, reflecting broader naming trends away from traditional Indian names in the U.S.

Mayank derives from the Sanskrit word 'mayūra' meaning peacock, but more commonly it is associated with 'maya' (illusion) and 'anka' (mark) or interpreted as 'shining' or 'lustrous'. The name is predominantly used in India and among Hindu communities worldwide, where it carries connotations of brightness and splendor.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mayu

Sibling names for Mayank

Names that share Mayank's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Ananya, Ishita, Kavya, Riya, Sara

Brothers: Arjun, Rohan, Vikram, Aarav, Neel

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Mayank mean?
Mayank is a Sanskrit name meaning 'shining' or 'lustrous', often interpreted as 'one who shines' or 'brilliant'.
How popular is the name Mayank?
Mayank has been consistently used in the United States since 1993, with its peak popularity in 2009. However, it currently ranks outside the top 1000 names.
Is Mayank a boy's name or a girl's name?
Mayank is traditionally a masculine name.