Holding steady, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Sidharth since 1988
Babies named Sidharth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 75 |
| 2000s | 315 |
| 2010s | 260 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Sidharth, a Sanskrit name meaning 'one who has achieved his goal,' has a long history rooted in the figure of Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism. In the United States, the name first appeared in 1988 and saw its peak rank of 5208 in 2003, though it has remained in use. As of 2025, the name is given to roughly 1 in 94893 boys, indicating steady but modest usage. The name is most common in communities of Indian heritage, reflecting its cultural significance as a classic, spiritually resonant choice.
Sidharth is a variant of Siddhartha, from Sanskrit सिद्धार्थ (siddhārtha), composed of siddha 'accomplished, fulfilled' and artha 'meaning, purpose, wealth'. The name is most famous as the birth name of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. It has been used widely across India and the Indian diaspora, often associated with spiritual attainment and success.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sid, Siddy
Variants: Siddharth, Siddhartha, Sidhartha
Sibling names for Sidharth
Names that share Sidharth's style, for a brother or sister.
