Holding steady.
Popularity of Rishikesh since 2001
Babies named Rishikesh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 68 |
| 2010s | 34 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Rishikesh is a name of Sanskrit origin that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. It saw its peak usage in 2002, the same year it ranked highest in popularity. Despite not ranking among the top names overall, the name has maintained a stable trajectory, reflecting consistent but modest interest from parents. The name is strongly tied to Hindu culture and the holy city of Rishikesh, and its use in the U.S. often reflects Indian heritage.
Rishikesh is a Sanskrit compound of 'ṛṣi' (sage) and 'īśa' (lord), meaning 'lord of the sages' or 'lord of the senses' as a name for Vishnu. It is also the name of a holy city in Uttarakhand, India, situated on the Ganges River. The name has been used as a given name in India, particularly among Hindu families, since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rishi, Kesh
Variants: Rishik
Sibling names for Rishikesh
Names that share Rishikesh's style, for a brother or sister.
