Declining since 2016.
Popularity of Pihu since 2013
Babies named Pihu per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 90 |
| 2020s | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Pihu is a modern name that appeared in U.S. birth records for the first time in 2013, reflecting recent trends in naming among Indian-American families. Its peak year was 2015, after which its usage began a steady decline from 2016 onward. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a contemporary invention, a diminutive, or inspired by the Hindi word for the common cuckoo. With no documented historical use, Pihu remains a largely unstudied name, and its popularity has never been widespread enough to rank nationally. Its trajectory suggests a short-lived fashion rather than a lasting classic, though it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a short, melodic name with Indian cultural ties.
Pihu first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2013 and saw a brief rise in popularity, peaking in 2015. The name likely emerged among Indian-American families as a diminutive or modern coinage, possibly related to the Hindi word "pihu" for a type of bird (the common cuckoo) or as a variant of Pihu, a pet name for Piyush (meaning "nectar" in Sanskrit). However, given its recent and sporadic usage, a definitive etymology is not established.
Sibling names for Pihu
Names that share Pihu's style, for a brother or sister.
