Rising since 1992, #5,045 for boys today.
Popularity of Mohan since 1968
Babies named Mohan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 21 |
| 1980s | 13 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 99 |
| 2020s | 79 |
Meaning & origin
Mohan is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'charming' or 'delightful', historically associated with the Hindu deity Krishna. In the United States, it has been recorded since 1968 and saw a rank of 5,045 in 2025, with a frequency of approximately 1 in 89,899 boys. The name has been steadily rising in popularity since 1992, reaching its peak rank in 2025. Its usage is most concentrated in California, reflecting the state's large South Asian population. While not among the most common names, Mohan carries cultural depth and a pleasing sound, making it a meaningful choice for families with Indian heritage.
Mohan comes from the Sanskrit root 'muh' meaning 'to charm' or 'to delude', and is an epithet of the Hindu god Krishna. It has been used as a masculine given name in India for centuries, particularly in Hindi-speaking regions. The name is also found in other South Asian cultures with variations in spelling.
Where Mohan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Mohan” around the world
Where Mohan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mo
Variants: Mohanan, Mohana
Sibling names for Mohan
Names that share Mohan's style, for a brother or sister.
