Rising since 2008, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Sriyan since 2008
Babies named Sriyan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 8 |
| 2010s | 198 |
| 2020s | 168 |
Meaning & origin
Sriyan is a modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2008. Its popularity has been rising steadily in the 2020s; the name reached its peak rank of 4,249 in 2024 and maintained the same rank in 2025. About 1 in every 71,170 newborns was named Sriyan in the latest year. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting concentration among Indian-American communities. While its exact Sanskrit derivation is unclear, it likely connects to the root 'shri' meaning auspiciousness. Sriyan remains a rare but growing choice for boys in the United States.
Sriyan is a modern name likely derived from the Sanskrit root 'śrī' (श्री), meaning 'prosperity, radiance, auspiciousness'. It may be a variant or elaboration of names like Shri or Srian. The name has gained limited use in the United States since the late 2000s, primarily among families of Indian descent.
Where Sriyan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sri
Variants: Srian, Shriyan
Sibling names for Sriyan
Names that share Sriyan's style, for a brother or sister.
