Rising since 2019, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Rishiv since 2019
Babies named Rishiv per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 137 |
Meaning & origin
Rishiv is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2019, making it one of the newest entries among boys' names. With a rank of 3,658 in the most recent year (2025), it was given to roughly 1 in every 56,936 newborns that year. Its popularity has been on a steady upward trajectory since its debut, peaking in 2024. The name is most commonly found in California, suggesting a possible connection to communities with South Asian heritage. Rishiv likely stems from a creative adaptation of the Sanskrit word 'rishi' (sage) or may be a variant of the name Rishabh. While its exact etymology is uncertain, its phonetic resemblance to these roots gives it a spiritual or authoritative undertone. As a modern coinage, Rishiv represents a trend of constructing unique names by blending traditional elements with contemporary sounds.
Rishiv appears to be a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 2019. It may be derived from the Sanskrit word 'rishi', meaning 'sage' or 'seer', combined with a fashionable suffix '-iv'. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Rishabh, a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'bull' or 'best'.
Where Rishiv is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Rishiv
Names that share Rishiv's style, for a brother or sister.
