Find out how popular the first name Yashwant has been for the last 1 years (from 2010 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yashwant by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Yashwant is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Yashwant.

The history of the first name Yashwant

The given name Yashwant is a Sanskrit name of Indian origin, with its roots dating back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "yashas," meaning glory or fame, and "vant," meaning possessing or endowed with.

In Hindu mythology, the name Yashwant is associated with Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. It is believed that the name was first mentioned in the Puranas, ancient Hindu texts that contain stories and legends about gods, goddesses, and kings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Yashwant can be found in the Mahabharata, the great Indian epic poem composed around the 8th century BCE. In the Mahabharata, Yashwant is mentioned as the name of a king and a warrior.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Yashwant. One of the most famous was Yashwantrao Holkar (1776-1827), a prominent ruler of the Maratha Empire in India. He was known for his bravery and military prowess, and played a significant role in the struggle against the British East India Company.

Another historical figure with the name Yashwant was Yashwant Singh Bundela (1551-1619), a Bundela Rajput ruler who established the kingdom of Orchha in central India. He was a skilled administrator and patron of art and architecture, and his reign saw the construction of many beautiful temples and palaces in Orchha.

In the field of literature, Yashwant Rao Gavai (1861-1923) was a prominent Marathi poet and playwright from Maharashtra, India. He is credited with popularizing the use of colloquial Marathi language in literature and is considered one of the pioneers of modern Marathi poetry.

Another notable figure was Yashwant Malviya (1914-1997), an Indian freedom fighter and politician who served as the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament, from 1977 to 1979.

Lastly, Yashwant Sinha (born 1937) is a former Indian politician and bureaucrat who served as the Minister of Finance and Minister of External Affairs in the Government of India during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

These are just a few examples of the rich history and prominent figures associated with the given name Yashwant, which has its roots in ancient Indian culture and has been carried forward through the ages.

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