Holding steady.
Popularity of Vinod since 1975
Babies named Vinod per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 52 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Vinod is a Sanskrit name meaning 'joy' or 'delight', recorded in the U.S. Social Security Administration data as early as 1975. Its peak year of usage was 1978, after which its popularity gradually declined. The name has remained relatively stable in use over the decades, though it never entered the top 1000 and is considered rare in the United States. Vinod is primarily used in Indian communities and carries cultural resonance within Hindu traditions.
Vinod is derived from the Sanskrit word 'vinoda', meaning 'joy, delight, or amusement'. The root is 'vi-' (intensifier) + 'nud' (to push or thrust), conveying the sense of something that drives away sorrow. It is a common name across India, particularly in Hindu families, and has been in use since ancient times. The name gained wider exposure in the West through the Indian film industry.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vinu, Vin, Noddy
Variants: Vinoda, Bhinod
Sibling names for Vinod
Names that share Vinod's style, for a brother or sister.
