Shivin
A masculine name of Hindi origin meaning "bright" or "shining one".
Name Census estimates that about 112 living Americans carry the first name Shivin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Shivin today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shivin births was 2022 (25 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shivin. 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 Shivin with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
112
~ 1 in 3,060,307 Americans
Peak year
2022
25 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,395
Tracked since 2015
Popularity
Shivin: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Shivin 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 79 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
Shivin 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 Shivin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Shivins live
Origin
Meaning and history of Shivin
The name Shivin has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Shiva," which refers to the Hindu deity Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism.
The earliest recorded use of the name Shivin can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. In these sacred texts, Shiva is often depicted as the lord of destruction and transformation, representing the cyclical nature of the universe.
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Shivin was Shivin Narayanji, a renowned Hindu philosopher and spiritual leader who lived in the 16th century CE. He was known for his deep understanding of the Vedas and his contributions to the development of Advaita Vedanta philosophy.
In the 18th century, Shivin Narayan Arya, a prominent Indian scholar and writer, made significant contributions to the field of Hindi literature. His works, including poetry and prose, were widely celebrated and influential during his time.
During the 19th century, Shivin Sharan Gupta, an Indian mathematician and astronomer, gained recognition for his groundbreaking work in the field of mathematics. He is credited with developing new mathematical techniques and theories that paved the way for future advancements in the field.
Another notable figure in history was Shivin Kumar, a prominent Indian freedom fighter who played a pivotal role in the struggle for India's independence from British rule in the early 20th century. He was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and actively participated in various non-violent protests and civil disobedience movements.
In the realm of literature, Shivin Chandra Chatterjee, an Indian novelist and playwright, gained significant acclaim for his literary works in the late 20th century. His novels and plays explored themes of social injustice, cultural identity, and the human condition, making him one of the most influential writers of his time.
While the name Shivin has its roots in the Hindu tradition, it has transcended cultural and religious boundaries, gaining popularity across various regions and communities. The name continues to be widely used today, carrying with it a rich historical and cultural significance.
People
Shivin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shivin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Shivin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shivin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 112 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shivin 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 3,060,307 US residents.
Is Shivin a common name?
We classify Shivin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 66.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 113 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shivin most popular?
The single biggest year for Shivin was 2022, when 25 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shivin is about 6 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 Shivin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Shivin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shivin 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.
Is Shivin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Shivin 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 Shivin 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 have the name Shivin?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Shivin, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.