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Mitesh

MIH-tesh · of uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'friend' or 'sweet' in Sanskrit

Peak popularity
1981
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Mitesh since 1975

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

4913198020002020Most births 1981Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s19
1980s91
1990s38
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Mitesh is a name of Indian origin with a clear cultural connection to the Sanskrit language. It was first recorded in the United States in 1975, and its peak year of usage was 1981, when it saw its highest number of registrations. Since then, its occurrence has remained stable but low, never reaching the top 1,000 names. The name is not common enough to have a 1-in-N ratio, and no top states were reported in the data. Its modest yet enduring presence reflects its continued use within Indian-American communities.

Mitesh is a name of Indian origin, likely derived from Sanskrit. It may be related to 'mitra' meaning 'friend' or 'sweet,' but its exact derivation is uncertain. The name has seen modest use in the United States since the 1970s, primarily among families of Indian heritage.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mitu, Mitch

Variants: Mitesh, Miteish

Sibling names for Mitesh

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

Sisters: Priya, Neha, Anjali, Ritu, Sonia

Brothers: Rajan, Vivek, Rajesh, Amit, Sanjay

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Mitesh mean?
The name Mitesh is of uncertain origin. It is thought to possibly mean 'friend' or 'sweet' in Sanskrit, but the meaning is not definitively established.
How popular is the name Mitesh currently?
Mitesh is not currently ranked among the top 1,000 names in the United States. Its peak popularity was in 1981, and its usage has remained stable at low levels since.
Is Mitesh a boy's name or a girl's name?
Mitesh is traditionally a boy's name, though it could be used for any gender.