Jaskaran
One having the glory of worship or devotion.
Name Census estimates that about 349 living Americans carry the first name Jaskaran. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaskaran today is around 23 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaskaran births was 2002 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaskaran. 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.
People living today
349
~ 1 in 982,104 Americans
Peak year
2002
28 babies that year
Average age
23
years old
2018 SSA rank
#13,002
Tracked since 1991
Popularity
Jaskaran: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jaskaran from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 190 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaskaran 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 Jaskaran during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jaskarans live
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaskaran
Jaskaran is a given name of Punjabi origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Yash," meaning glory or honor, and "Karan," meaning to do or perform. The name is prevalent among the Sikh community and holds deep cultural and religious significance.
The earliest known use of the name Jaskaran can be traced back to the 16th century, during the era of the Sikh Gurus. It is believed that the name gained popularity after the birth of Guru Gobind Singh's son, who was named Jaskaran Singh. This event is recorded in the Sikh scriptures and historical texts, solidifying the name's association with the Sikh faith.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Jaskaran was Jaskaran Singh Kang (1802-1877), a prominent Sikh warrior and ruler of the Malwa region in Punjab. He played a pivotal role in the resistance against the British East India Company and is celebrated for his bravery and leadership.
Another influential personality was Jaskaran Singh Bedi (1920-1984), an Indian politician and member of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian parliament. He was a prominent figure in the Indian National Congress party and actively participated in the country's independence movement.
In the realm of sports, Jaskaran Singh Sohi (born 1987) is a former Indian cricketer who represented India in the Under-19 World Cup. He played domestic cricket for Punjab and was known for his all-round abilities as a right-arm medium-fast bowler and right-handed batsman.
The name Jaskaran also holds significance in Punjabi literature. Jaskaran Singh Grewal (1932-2022) was a renowned Punjabi poet, novelist, and playwright. His works explored themes of social justice, human rights, and the Punjabi cultural identity, earning him numerous accolades, including the Sahitya Akademi Award.
Throughout its history, the name Jaskaran has been associated with valor, honor, and a deep connection to the Sikh faith and Punjabi culture. While its usage may have evolved over time, the name continues to carry a rich heritage and meaning for those who bear it.
People
Jaskaran + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaskaran as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaskaran: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaskaran?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 349 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaskaran 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 982,104 US residents.
Is Jaskaran a common name?
We classify Jaskaran as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 354 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaskaran most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaskaran was 2002, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaskaran is about 23 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jaskaran a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaskaran in the SSA data are male. 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.
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.