Udbhav
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin signifying emergence or arising.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Udbhav. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Udbhav today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Udbhav births was 2007 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Udbhav. 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 Udbhav. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2007
5 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2015 SSA rank
#13,907
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Udbhav: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Udbhav 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 5 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
Udbhav 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 Udbhav 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 Udbhav
The name Udbhav originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that emerged in the Indian subcontinent around the 2nd millennium BCE. It is derived from the root word "ud-bhav," which translates to "origin," "source," or "birth." The name carries a profound meaning, signifying the beginning or emergence of something new, whether it be a person, idea, or event.
Udbhav's linguistic roots can be traced back to the Vedic period, which spanned from approximately 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. During this time, the Vedas, the oldest scriptures of Hinduism, were composed. Although the name itself may not have been explicitly mentioned in these ancient texts, its underlying essence aligns with the spiritual and philosophical concepts that permeated the Vedic era.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Udbhav can be found in the Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th or 9th century BCE. In this epic, Udbhav is mentioned as the name of a sage or rishi, reflecting the reverence and wisdom associated with the name's meaning.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Udbhav. One such individual was Udbhav Chandra Bhattacharya (1911-1988), a renowned Bengali playwright, novelist, and essayist. His literary works explored themes of social justice, human rights, and the plight of the underprivileged, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Bengal.
Another prominent figure was Udbhav Sinha (1580-1628), a Hindu monarch who ruled the Kharagpur Kingdom in present-day West Bengal, India. Known for his patronage of the arts and literature, he played a significant role in fostering the cultural renaissance of his time.
In the realm of Indian classical music, Udbhav Shankar Bhatt (1918-1997) was a distinguished vocalist and composer. His contributions to the Hindustani classical music tradition earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1983.
Udbhav Mukhopadhyay (1936-2011) was a influential Bengali poet and literary critic. His poetic works, imbued with philosophical depth and social commentary, garnered critical acclaim and earned him a place among the most celebrated poets of his generation.
Lastly, Udbhav Agarwal (born 1975) is a contemporary Indian entrepreneur and co-founder of the online education platform, Unacademy. His vision and innovative approach to education have made him a prominent figure in the field of edtech, exemplifying the spirit of new beginnings and innovation that the name Udbhav embodies.
People
Udbhav + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Udbhav as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with U
Other first names starting with U with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Udbhav: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Udbhav?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Udbhav 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Udbhav a common name?
We classify Udbhav as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Udbhav most popular?
The single biggest year for Udbhav was 2007, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Udbhav is about 15 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 Udbhav in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Udbhav a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Udbhav 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 Udbhav still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Udbhav 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 Udbhav 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 named Udbhav?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.