Find out how popular the first name Abhimanyu has been for the last 31 years (from 1993 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Abhimanyu by gender

Based on the last 31 years of data, Abhimanyu is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 11 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Abhimanyu.

The history of the first name Abhimanyu

The name Abhimanyu has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that served as the liturgical language of Hinduism. It is a compound name formed by combining the words 'abhi' meaning 'toward' or 'against' and 'manyu' meaning 'anger' or 'fury'. The name can be interpreted to mean 'one who has a furious attitude' or 'one who is courageous against anger'.

The earliest mention of the name Abhimanyu can be found in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, which dates back to the 8th or 9th century BCE. In the epic, Abhimanyu was the son of Arjuna and Subhadra, and was a skilled warrior who learned the secrets of the Chakravyuha (a military formation) from his father while still in his mother's womb. He played a pivotal role in the Kurukshetra war, but was tragically killed at a young age.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Abhimanyu was a 7th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer from present-day Gujarat. He authored the work 'Abhimanyu Bhatiya' which dealt with mathematical operations and astronomical calculations.

In the 11th century, Abhimanyu was also the name of a ruler of the Kalachuri dynasty in central India. He reigned from 1055 to 1070 CE and was known for his patronage of art and architecture.

During the Mughal era, Abhimanyu was the name of a 16th-century Hindu poet and scholar from Uttar Pradesh. He wrote extensively on Hindu philosophy and religious texts.

Another notable individual with the name Abhimanyu was a 19th-century Indian freedom fighter from Maharashtra. He actively participated in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against the British East India Company.

Over the centuries, the name Abhimanyu has been popular among various Hindu communities, particularly in the northern and western regions of India. Its association with the courageous warrior from the Mahabharata has contributed to its enduring appeal and significance within Hindu culture.

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