Rudransh
A masculine Hindu name meaning "a part of Lord Shiva".
Name Census estimates that about 372 living Americans carry the first name Rudransh. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rudransh today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rudransh births was 2024 (83 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rudransh. 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
372
~ 1 in 921,383 Americans
Peak year
2024
83 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,910
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Rudransh: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Rudransh from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 245 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
Rudransh 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 Rudransh during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Rudranshs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. California, Texas, New Jersey recorded the most babies named Rudransh, while New York, Michigan, North Carolina recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 15 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Rudransh
The name Rudransh has its origins in the Sanskrit language, with roots dating back to ancient India and Hindu mythology. The name is a combination of two Sanskrit words, "Rudra" and "Ansh," where Rudra is one of the names of Lord Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and transformation, and Ansh means a part or a ray.
According to Hindu scriptures, Rudra is a fierce and powerful form of Shiva, associated with storms, thunderbolts, and the destructive aspects of nature. The name Rudransh, therefore, could be interpreted as a part or a ray of Rudra, implying a connection to the divine energy and transformative power of Lord Shiva.
The earliest recorded use of the name Rudransh can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. In these sacred scriptures, Rudra is often mentioned as one of the manifestations of Shiva, and the name Rudransh may have been used to refer to his children or devotees.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Rudransh. One of the earliest recorded examples is Rudransh Mishra, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 12th century CE. His works, including the Rudransh Sarvasva, a treatise on Sanskrit grammar, are still studied and revered today.
Another notable figure is Rudransh Singh, a Rajput warrior and chieftain who ruled over parts of present-day Rajasthan in the 16th century CE. He was known for his bravery and military prowess, and his exploits are chronicled in various historical records of the time.
In the 18th century, Rudransh Bhattacharya was a renowned Bengali scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the study of Vedanta and Hindu philosophy. His works, such as the Rudransh Bhashya, are still widely read and studied by scholars and students alike.
Moving forward, Rudransh Sharma was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and social reformer who played an active role in the Indian independence movement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He fought against British rule and advocated for the upliftment of the underprivileged sections of society.
Lastly, Rudransh Kapoor was a celebrated Indian classical dancer and choreographer of the 20th century. He was known for his mastery of the Kathak dance form and his innovative choreographic works, which blended traditional and contemporary elements.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Rudransh throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of India and the world.
People
Rudransh + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rudransh as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rudransh: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rudransh?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 372 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rudransh 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 921,383 US residents.
Is Rudransh a common name?
We classify Rudransh as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 374 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Rudransh most popular?
The single biggest year for Rudransh was 2024, when 83 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rudransh is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Rudransh a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rudransh 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.