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Saket

साकेतsah-KAYT · One who is detached or free from worldly desires, a name for Lord Shiva.

Peak popularity
2009
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2010

Declining since 2010.

Popularity of Saket since 2000

Babies named Saket per year in U.S. Social Security records.

81624200020102020Most births 2009Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s129
2010s72
2020s18

Meaning & origin

Saket entered U.S. baby name records in the year 2000, making it a relatively recent arrival on the American naming scene. Its peak popularity came in 2009, after which it has seen a steady decline, fitting a pattern of falling use since 2010. The name has not yet appeared in any state's top rankings, indicating it remains a rare choice nationwide. Saket's roots in Sanskrit give it a deeply spiritual meaning, often associated with the Hindu concept of detachment from material desires, and it serves as an epithet for Lord Shiva. Parents drawn to this name may appreciate its cultural depth and unique sound, though it has not gained widespread traction in the United States.

Saket is a Sanskrit name meaning 'detached' or 'free from worldly attachments.' It is also an epithet of the Hindu god Shiva, who is often described as being beyond worldly concerns. The name has been used in India for centuries, particularly among Hindu families who value spiritual qualities.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sake, Ket

Variants: Saketh

Sibling names for Saket

Names that share Saket's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Saket mean?
Saket means 'detached' or 'free from worldly desires,' and is also a name for Lord Shiva in Hinduism.
How popular is Saket right now?
Saket has been in use since 2000, with its peak year in 2009. It is currently a rare name, not ranking in the top 1000 in the U.S., and has been declining in use since 2010.
Is Saket a boy or girl name?
Saket is traditionally a boy's name.