Shoumik
A Hindu masculine name with Sanskrit origins meaning "friend of wind".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Shoumik. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Shoumik today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shoumik births was 2010 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shoumik. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Shoumik. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2010
6 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2010 SSA rank
#11,974
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Shoumik: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Shoumik 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 Shoumik during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Shoumik
The name Shoumik is derived from the Sanskrit language, which originated in ancient India. It is a compound word formed by combining the Sanskrit words "Shoum" and "Ik," with "Shoum" meaning "good fortune" or "prosperity," and "Ik" being a common suffix used in Sanskrit names.
The earliest recorded use of the name Shoumik can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often given to boys as a symbol of good luck and blessings. The name gained popularity in various regions of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the states of West Bengal, Odisha, and Assam.
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Shoumik was a renowned scholar and philosopher from the 8th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the field of Hindu philosophy and his interpretations of ancient Sanskrit texts. Unfortunately, specific details about his life and works are scarce due to the passage of time.
Another notable individual named Shoumik was a celebrated poet who lived during the 12th century CE in the region of Bengal. He is known for his collection of lyrical poems that celebrated the beauty of nature and the human spirit. His works have been widely studied and appreciated by scholars and literature enthusiasts alike.
In the field of music, a prominent figure named Shoumik emerged during the 16th century in the court of the Mughal Empire. He was a skilled musician and composer, renowned for his contributions to the development of classical Indian music. His compositions and musical styles influenced generations of musicians that followed.
During the 19th century, a Shoumik was a respected social reformer and educator in the region of Odisha. He played a significant role in advocating for the education of women and promoting literacy among the underprivileged sections of society. His efforts and teachings left a lasting impact on the region's educational landscape.
One of the more contemporary figures bearing the name Shoumik was a renowned artist and painter from the 20th century. His vibrant and expressive artworks captured the essence of Indian culture and traditions. His paintings are celebrated for their unique style and have been exhibited in galleries and museums across the world.
People
Shoumik + last name combinations
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Other names starting with S
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FAQ
Shoumik: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shoumik?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shoumik 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Shoumik a common name?
We classify Shoumik as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shoumik most popular?
The single biggest year for Shoumik was 2010, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shoumik is about 16 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 Shoumik in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Shoumik a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shoumik 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 Shoumik still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Shoumik 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 Shoumik 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 Shoumik?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.