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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Place name for the country, ultimately 'river' (via the Indus)
- Origin
- English (place name, ultimately Sanskrit)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- IN-dee-uh
India is an English name taken directly from the country's name, which ultimately traces back to the Indus River. It's a straightforward place name rather than a name built from an English word, so what you're choosing is a geographic name, not a more figurative one. Name data going back to 1880 gives a full picture of how it's been used for babies in the U.S.
Meaning & Origin of India
Meaning: Place name for the country, ultimately 'river' (via the Indus).
Origin: English (place name, ultimately Sanskrit).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce India
IN-dee-uhIPA /ˈɪndiə/
Popularity of India
India reached its peak popularity in 2001, ranking #299 with 1,049 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #1354, with only 168 babies named India.
Names Like India
These names have followed a similar path to India in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name India mean?
Place name for the country, ultimately ‘river’ (via the Indus). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce India?
India is pronounced IN-dee-uh (IPA: /ˈɪndiə/).
Is India a popular name right now?
India peaked at #299 in 2001 and is ranked #1354 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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