Ishmeet
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "friend of God".
Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Ishmeet. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 66.7% of registrations being female. The average person named Ishmeet today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ishmeet births was 2016 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ishmeet. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Ishmeet with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ishmeet. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
15
~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans
Peak year
2016
10 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2016 SSA rank
#12,964
Tracked since 2008
Gender
Gender distribution for Ishmeet
Ishmeet is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 15 total registrations, 5 (33.3%) were male and 10 (66.7%) were female.
Ishmeet as a male name
- Ranked #12,964 in 2016
- 5 male births in 2016
- Peak: 2016 (5 births)
Ishmeet as a female name
- Ranked #17,259 in 2016
- 5 female births in 2016
- Peak: 2008 (5 births)
Popularity
Ishmeet: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ishmeet from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 10 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ishmeet by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ishmeet during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ishmeet
The name Ishmeet has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, originating from the combination of two Sanskrit words – "Ish" meaning God or Lord, and "Meet" meaning friend or companion. This name is prevalent among the Sikh and Hindu communities, particularly in the northern regions of India and Pakistan.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Ishmeet can be traced back to the ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. It was often used as a name for individuals who were believed to have a close relationship with the divine or were considered devotees of the gods.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Ishmeet was Ishmeet Singh, a renowned Sikh warrior and military commander who lived in the 18th century. He played a crucial role in defending the Sikh empire against the invading Afghans and was known for his bravery and strategic acumen.
Another prominent individual with this name was Ishmeet Kaur, a 16th-century Sikh poet and mystic. Her spiritual compositions, known as "Shabads," are included in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of the Sikh religion. She is revered for her devotion and her ability to convey profound spiritual truths through her poetry.
In the realm of literature, Ishmeet Singh Sodhi was a celebrated Punjabi writer and playwright from the 20th century. His works often explored themes of social justice, cultural identity, and the human condition. He is considered one of the most influential figures in modern Punjabi literature.
Ishmeet Nagpal is a contemporary Indian actress and model who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows. Born in 1985, she has garnered critical acclaim for her performances and is regarded as one of the rising stars in the Indian entertainment industry.
Lastly, Ishmeet Singh Khaira is a Canadian cricketer of Indian descent who has represented Canada in various international tournaments. Born in 1993, he is a talented all-rounder known for his batting prowess and consistent performances on the cricket field.
People
Ishmeet + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ishmeet as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Ishmeet: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ishmeet?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ishmeet going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 22,850,289 US residents.
Is Ishmeet a common name?
We classify Ishmeet as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 15 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ishmeet most popular?
The single biggest year for Ishmeet was 2016, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ishmeet is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ishmeet in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ishmeet a female name?
Yes, 66.7% of people registered as Ishmeet in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ishmeet still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ishmeet in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ishmeet can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Ishmeet?
Find out how many people share the name Ishmeet on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.