Holding steady.
Popularity of Mehul since 1973
Babies named Mehul per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 67 |
| 1980s | 72 |
| 1990s | 52 |
| 2000s | 91 |
| 2010s | 15 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mehul is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'cloud,' a reference that has given it a poetic and nature-oriented appeal. First recorded in the United States in 1973, it saw its peak popularity in 2003, during the decade of the 2000s when many Indian names rose in use among the diaspora. Since then, its usage has remained relatively stable but modest, never entering the top 1000. The name is most common in Gujarati and other western Indian communities, and its variant forms like Meghul reflect the same root. While it does not have strong ties to any particular U.S. state, it carries cultural significance in India as a name associated with the monsoon, a vital and celebrated season.
Mehul is derived from the Sanskrit word 'megha,' meaning 'cloud.' It is also a name used in Gujarati and other Indian languages, often associated with the monsoon season and the life-giving rains it brings. The name has been more common in western India, particularly among Hindu families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mehu
Variants: Meghul, Mehaul
Sibling names for Mehul
Names that share Mehul's style, for a brother or sister.
