Declining since 2008, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Shreyas since 1987
Babies named Shreyas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 101 |
| 2000s | 653 |
| 2010s | 483 |
| 2020s | 180 |
Meaning & origin
Shreyas is a Sanskrit name that entered the U.S. baby name charts relatively recently, first recorded in 1987. Its popularity peaked in 2009, and since 2008 the name has been on a declining trajectory, reflecting broader trends in naming. In 2025, it ranked 3949th nationally, with approximately 1 in 63,262 newborn boys receiving the name. The name is most commonly given in California, consistent with the state's large Indian American population. While still uncommon nationwide, Shreyas carries deep cultural resonance within Hindu communities, drawing on centuries of literary and spiritual use. The name's meaning of 'excellence' aligns with a wider preference among modern parents for aspirational and virtuous names.
Shreyas derives from the Sanskrit root śrī (prosperity, beauty, grace) and the comparative suffix -yas, giving the sense of 'better, more excellent, more fortunate'. It is a common given name in India, particularly among Hindu families, where it reflects aspirations for success and well-being. Historically, the term appears in ancient Hindu texts including the Upanishads, where it denotes spiritual excellence.
Where Shreyas is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Shreyas” around the world
Where Shreyas lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shrey, Shreya
Sibling names for Shreyas
Names that share Shreyas's style, for a brother or sister.
