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Vardaan

वरदानvar-DAHN · Blessing or boon, often referring to a divine gift in Hindu tradition.

2025 rank (boys)
#3,240
Babies named in 2025
36
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 47,447 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2009

Rising since 2009, #3,240 for boys today.

Popularity of Vardaan since 2008

Babies named Vardaan per year in U.S. Social Security records.

15304520102020Most births 2024Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s5
2010s64
2020s149

Meaning & origin

Vardaan is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'blessing' or 'boon'. It first appeared in U.S. naming records in 2008 and has been steadily rising in popularity, reaching its peak rank of 3,240 in 2025 with an estimated 1 in 47,447 newborns receiving the name. The name is most common in California and Texas, reflecting its adoption within Indian American communities. Its upward trajectory since 2009 aligns with broader interest in names with spiritual or positive meanings.

Vardaan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'vardhana' meaning 'blessing' or 'boon'. It is a name commonly used in India, particularly among Hindu families, where it conveys a sense of divine favor or gift. The name has gained some popularity in the United States in recent years, especially in states with large Indian American communities.

Where Vardaan is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Var, Daan

Variants: Vardhan, Vardhaan

Sibling names for Vardaan

Names that share Vardaan's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aanya, Isha, Kavya, Myra, Riya

Brothers: Arjun, Dhruv, Jay, Rohan, Vihaan

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Questions parents ask

What is the meaning of the name Vardaan?
Vardaan means 'blessing' or 'boon' in Sanskrit, often referring to a divine gift.
How popular is the name Vardaan?
As of 2025, Vardaan ranks 3,240 in the United States, with an estimated 1 in 47,447 newborns given the name.
Is Vardaan a boy's name or a girl's name?
Vardaan is typically considered a boy's name, though it could be used as a gender-neutral name.