Declining since 2018, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Param since 1995
Babies named Param per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 99 |
| 2010s | 220 |
| 2020s | 119 |
Meaning & origin
Param entered U.S. records in 1995, reflecting the growing diaspora from South Asia. Its peak year was 2017, when it reached its highest rank (6,803 in 2025 represents a decline from that peak, with usage falling since 2018). The name's one-in-N figure of 142,340 shows it remains uncommon, appealing to families seeking a short, spiritually resonant name. Although no top states were recorded by the Social Security Administration, Param fits a pattern of Sanskrit-derived names gaining modest traction among Indian-American families. Its meaning 'supreme' gives it a dignified, philosophical weight, while its two syllables and easy pronunciation make it accessible across cultures.
Param derives from the Sanskrit adjective parama, meaning 'supreme,' 'highest,' or 'ultimate.' In Hindu philosophical traditions, param is often used as a prefix in compound terms like Paramatman (Supreme Self) or Parameshvara (Supreme Lord). As a given name, it has been used in India since the late 20th century, primarily among Hindu families. The name is also found among the Sikh community, occasionally as a variant of Paramjit or Paramveer.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pam, Ram
Variants: Paramjit, Paramveer
Sibling names for Param
Names that share Param's style, for a brother or sister.
