Holding steady, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Uday since 1977
Babies named Uday per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Uday's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 79 |
| 2020s | 58 |
Meaning & origin
Uday is a classic Sanskrit name that entered U.S. records in 1977, though it has never been common. Its peak year came in 2023, the most recent year for which data is available, but even then it ranked well outside the top 7,000. The name has remained stable in usage, never experiencing a dramatic rise or fall. Its rarity gives it a distinctive quality, especially in the 2020s where it continues to be a rare choice. The name's meaning, associated with the dawn and awakening, lends itself to positive connotations across cultures.
Uday derives from the Sanskrit word 'udaya', meaning 'rising', 'ascending', or 'dawn'. It is a common name in India, particularly among Hindu families, where it is often associated with the rising sun and new beginnings.
Sibling names for Uday
Names that share Uday's style, for a brother or sister.
