Rishikesh Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Rishikesh

"Rishikesh or Hrishikesh is a municipal corporation and tehsil of Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2002 👥 107 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Rishikesh or Hrishikesh is a municipal corporation and tehsil of Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
107
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Rishikesh Mean?

Rishikesh or Hrishikesh is a municipal corporation and tehsil of Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand. It is situated on the right bank of the Ganges river and is a pilgrimage town for Hindus, with ancient sages and saints meditating there in search of higher knowledge. There are numerous temples and ashrams built along the banks of the river.

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Rishikesh or Hrishikesh is a municipal corporation and tehsil of Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand. It is situated on the right bank of the Ganges river and is a pilgrimage town for Hindus, with ancient sages and saints meditating there in search of higher knowledge. There are numerous temples and ashrams built along the banks of the river.

Root Element
Rishikesh
Core Meaning
"Rishikesh or Hrishikesh is a municipal corporation and tehsil of Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Rishikesh

R 9
I 9
S 1
H 8
I 9
K 2
E 5
S 1
H 8
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

📊 Rishikesh in Numbers

107 US bearers
2002 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Rishikesh" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Rishikesh or Hrishikesh is a municipal corporation and tehsil of Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~107 people named Rishikesh in the US. Peaked in 2002 with 12 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Rishikesh?

The Life Path number for Rishikesh is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 11.

Is Rishikesh a boy or girl name?

Rishikesh is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Rishikesh in the US?

Approximately 107 people in the United States are named Rishikesh. The name peaked in 2002 with 12 recorded uses.

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