Shreyan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shreyan is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning auspicious or prosperous. It evolved through historical forms in Indian languages and is associated with positive traits. The name has no biblical relevance but has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in India.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shreyan"
Pronunciation
/ʃreɪjən/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Shreyan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'shreyas', which means 'auspicious', 'prosperous', or 'excellent'.
Meaning
auspicious, prosperous, excellent
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: श्रेयन (śreyana), Prakrit: श्रेयन (śreyana), Modern Indian languages: Shreyan
Historical Usage
Shreyan has gained popularity in India and among Indian communities around the world in recent decades, particularly as a modern and meaningful name for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Shreyas, Shreya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shreyan is viewed positively, often associated with success and good fortune, and is favored by parents looking for meaningful names for their children.
Famous People
Shreyan Mukherjee, a notable Indian singer, Shreyan Bhatnagar, a recognized athlete
📊 Shreyan Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shreyan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 48 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shreyan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shreyan"
"Shreyan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7547th of 24088 | 142 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3233rd of 23106 | 427 |
Regional Popularity of "Shreyan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
- |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.78% 2501st/3984 |
57.32% 2572nd/4487 |
53.28% 3635th/6822 |
43.34% 2720th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Shreyan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shreyan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shreyan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shreyan" in the United States
The name Shreyan is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shreyan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Shreyan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7547th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3233rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Shreyan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.