Holding steady.
Popularity of Vikas since 1970
Babies named Vikas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 101 |
| 1980s | 159 |
| 1990s | 128 |
| 2000s | 98 |
| 2010s | 33 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Vikas is a Sanskrit name meaning 'expansion, development, or growth.' It has been in consistent use in the United States since at least 1970, its first recorded year in the Social Security database. The name's peak popularity occurred in 1983, and it has maintained a stable trajectory without dramatic rises or declines. Despite its modest usage, Vikas carries a positive and aspirational meaning, appealing to families with Indian heritage who value names that reflect progress and enlightenment.
Vikas comes from the Sanskrit root 'vi-' (apart, out) and 'kas' (to shine, to appear), literally meaning 'manifestation' or 'expansion.' It is commonly used as a masculine given name in India, reflecting positive qualities of progress and development. The name has been popular in modern India, particularly from the late 20th century onward.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Viku, Vicky
Sibling names for Vikas
Names that share Vikas's style, for a brother or sister.
