Declining since 2011, #4,050 for boys today.
Popularity of Soham since 1992
Babies named Soham per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 437 |
| 2010s | 449 |
| 2020s | 125 |
Meaning & origin
Soham first appeared in U.S. records in 1992 and has been used primarily by Indian-American families. It reached its peak rank of 4050 in 2012, when it was most popular, but has since declined in usage, falling steadily after 2011. In 2025, about 1 in 65695 male births were named Soham, reflecting its rarity. The name is concentrated in California, the top state for Soham births. Its spiritual resonance in Hindu philosophy gives it depth, making it a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with cultural and philosophical roots.
Soham is a Sanskrit name derived from the phrase 'saḥ aham', meaning 'I am that' or 'I am He', referring to the identity of the individual self (atman) with the ultimate reality (Brahman) in Advaita Vedanta. It has been used as a given name in India, particularly among Hindu families, and gained modest use in the West since the late 20th century.
Where Soham is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Soham” around the world
Where Soham lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: So, Ham
Variants: Soham
Sibling names for Soham
Names that share Soham's style, for a brother or sister.
