Holding steady.
Popularity of Tushar since 1970
Babies named Tushar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 28 |
| 1990s | 61 |
| 2000s | 110 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tushar is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'frost' or 'snow'. It was first recorded in the United States in 1970, and its peak popularity came in 2003, when it ranked highest among its use. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since then, reflecting steady but modest usage. While not among the most common names, Tushar has a long history in India and is borne by many individuals in the South Asian diaspora.
Tushar is a name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'tuṣāra' (तुषार), meaning 'cold, frost, snow, or dew'. In Hindu tradition, it is also associated with the lunar mansion Pushya (the eighth nakshatra) and the month of Pausha. The name has been used in India for centuries and remains a common choice for boys, particularly in Maharashtra and other parts of northern and western India.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tush, Tushi
Variants: Tushaar
Sibling names for Tushar
Names that share Tushar's style, for a brother or sister.
