How Many People Are Named Rishan?
Complete statistics for the name Rishan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rishan means 'king' in Sanskrit, making it a regal choice. Only 428 people named Rishan live in the US today, which is just 1 in 770,235 Americans. The name peaked in 2019 with 39 births, showing its recent rise in popularity.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 33 is often associated with leadership and a strong sense of purpose.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 10All 432 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: 2019Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rishan Through the Generations
Rishan, a name that's been around since the early 2000s but really took off in the late teens and early 2020s, is now seen as a modern, trendy option for parents. With 432 total births recorded in the US, it's clear that Rishan is still a relatively new name. The majority of those named Rishan are under 30, indicating that it's a genuinely contemporary choice. As of now, the name shows a rising trend, suggesting that more families might be choosing Rishan for their children in the future.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Rishan's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Rishan
How Many People Have the Name Rishan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 428 people in the United States currently share the name Rishan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 770,235 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Rishan a Common or Rare Name?
Rishan 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 Rishan Mean?
Rishan means "king" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rishan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Rishan Most Popular?
The name Rishan reached peak popularity in 2019, with 39 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 Rishan?
Approximately 428 people named Rishan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 432. That works out to roughly 1 in 770,235 Americans.
Is Rishan a rare name?
Rishan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 770,235 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rishan mean?
Rishan means "king" and comes from Sanskrit origins.
Is Rishan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Rishan are male and 0% are female.
When was Rishan most popular?
Rishan peaked in 2019 with 39 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.