How Many People Are Named Abhimanyu?

Complete statistics for the name Abhimanyu: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Abhimanyu
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Abhimanyu means 'the most valiant' in Sanskrit, making it a name steeped in heroism. Only 276 people named Abhimanyu live in the US today, which means 1 in 1,195,524 Americans share this rare moniker. The name peaked in popularity in 2016 with 18 births, showing its recent rise.

~276
Living in US
1 in 1,195,524
Americans
2016
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Most valiant
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Brave Determined Confident
4
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 4 symbolizes stability and hard work.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

114,591
Worldwide Bearers
#8,981
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
112,533
🇳🇵 Nepal
516
🇵🇱 Poland
283
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233
🇲🇺 Mauritius
201
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
178
🇺🇸 United States
177
🇬🇧 England
87
🇶🇦 Qatar
82
🇰🇼 Kuwait
57

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
276 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 13
274
Would be under 30 (98%)
5
Would be 30–60 (2%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 279 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2016

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
72
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Abhimanyu Through the Generations

Abhimanyu, a name that resonates with valor and strength, has seen a steady increase in usage over the past few decades. With only 279 total births recorded since its introduction, it's clear that Abhimanyu remains a niche choice. As of now, 274 of those named Abhimanyu are under 30 years old, indicating that it's predominantly embraced by younger parents. This modern name has gained traction, particularly among families seeking a unique yet meaningful appellation.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 10

✨ Similar Names to Abhimanyu

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Abhimanyu's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Abhimanyu

How Many People Have the Name Abhimanyu?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 276 people in the United States currently share the name Abhimanyu. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,195,524 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Abhimanyu a Common or Rare Name?

Abhimanyu is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Abhimanyu Mean?

Abhimanyu means "most valiant" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Abhimanyu in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Abhimanyu Most Popular?

The name Abhimanyu reached peak popularity in 2016, with 18 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Abhimanyu?

Approximately 276 people named Abhimanyu live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 279. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,195,524 Americans.

Is Abhimanyu a rare name?

Abhimanyu is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,195,524 Americans has this name.

What does the name Abhimanyu mean?

Abhimanyu means "most valiant" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Abhimanyu more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Abhimanyu are male and 0% are female.

When was Abhimanyu most popular?

Abhimanyu peaked in 2016 with 18 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US276
All-Time Births279
1 in X1 in 1,195,524
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age13
Peak Year2016
World Rank#8,981
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.