How Many People Are Named Vishnu?
Complete statistics for the name Vishnu: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Vishnu is a very rare name, with only 1,095 people living in the US today. That's 1 in 301,413 Americans. It peaked in 2007 with 65 births that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 3 in numerology symbolizes creativity, communication, and harmony. People born under the influence of the number 3 are often optimistic and enjoy social interactions.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 19All 1,113 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: 2007Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Vishnu Through the Generations
Vishnu is a very rare name, with only 1,095 people living in the US today. This stark contrast to its peak year of 2007 when 65 babies were named Vishnu. The majority, 88%, are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. Despite having a total of 1,113 births across all time, the name has seen a declining trend, with just 139 people aged 30-60. This suggests a generational shift in naming preferences, with the name being popular among younger parents but less so with older generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Vishnu's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Vishnu
How Many People Have the Name Vishnu?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,095 people in the United States currently share the name Vishnu. That works out to roughly 1 in every 301,413 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Vishnu a Common or Rare Name?
Vishnu 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Vishnu in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Vishnu Most Popular?
The name Vishnu reached peak popularity in 2007, with 65 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
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 Vishnu?
Approximately 1,095 people named Vishnu live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,113. That works out to roughly 1 in 301,413 Americans.
Is Vishnu a rare name?
Vishnu is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 301,413 Americans has this name.
What does the name Vishnu mean?
The meaning and origin of Vishnu are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Vishnu more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Vishnu are male and 0% are female.
When was Vishnu most popular?
Vishnu peaked in 2007 with 65 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
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.