Declining since 2010, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Pratyush since 2001
Babies named Pratyush per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 72 |
| 2010s | 82 |
| 2020s | 33 |
Meaning & origin
Pratyush is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'famous' or 'renowned'. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2001 and has been steadily used since, reaching a peak in 2007 when it ranked approximately 9,200th. By 2025, the name had fallen to rank 10,695, with only about 1 in 284,679 baby boys receiving it. The trajectory shows a decline since 2010, typical for names with cultural specificity outside the mainstream. Pratyush is primarily used within Indian-American communities and has not been associated with any single state's top names.
Pratyush comes from the Sanskrit root 'prath', meaning to spread or become known. It has been used as a masculine given name in India, particularly among Hindu families. The name is associated with the concept of fame and renown, reflecting aspirations for a distinguished life.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Prat, Prats
Sibling names for Pratyush
Names that share Pratyush's style, for a brother or sister.
