Yeshwin
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "victorious lord".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Yeshwin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Yeshwin today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yeshwin births was 2016 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yeshwin. 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 Yeshwin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2016
5 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2016 SSA rank
#14,128
Tracked since 2016
Popularity
Yeshwin: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Yeshwin 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 Yeshwin 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 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Yeshwin
The name Yeshwin is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest languages in the world and has its roots in ancient India. The exact etymology of the name is unclear, but it is thought to be derived from a combination of two Sanskrit words, "Yesh" meaning "Lord" and "Win" meaning "to attain" or "to achieve."
In ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, there are references to the name being associated with spiritual attainment and the pursuit of divine knowledge. The name gained popularity among certain Hindu communities, particularly in regions like Gujarat and Rajasthan, where Sanskrit names were commonly used.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Yeshwin can be found in the 12th century CE, when a renowned Hindu scholar and philosopher from Gujarat, Yeshwin Acharya, wrote several influential works on Vedanta philosophy and Hindu theology. His teachings and writings had a significant impact on the intellectual and spiritual landscape of that era.
Another notable bearer of the name was Yeshwin Bhatt, a prominent Indian freedom fighter from Gujarat who actively participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. He was born in 1882 and played a pivotal role in mobilizing support for the cause of Indian independence through his writings and speeches.
In the realm of literature, Yeshwin Sarabhai, an acclaimed Gujarati poet and playwright born in 1924, made significant contributions to the cultural and literary scene of Gujarat. His works explored themes of social justice, human emotions, and the complexities of modern life.
The name Yeshwin also found its way into the world of music and performing arts. Yeshwin Desai, a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer born in 1944, has been instrumental in preserving and popularizing the traditional dance forms of India, particularly Kathak and Bharatanatyam.
Lastly, Yeshwin Kher, born in 1981, is a prominent Indian actor and filmmaker who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows. His performances have garnered critical acclaim, and he has won several accolades for his artistic contributions to the Indian entertainment industry.
While the name Yeshwin has its roots in ancient Sanskrit and Hindu traditions, it has transcended cultural boundaries and continues to be used by individuals of various backgrounds and nationalities.
People
Yeshwin + last name combinations
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FAQ
Yeshwin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yeshwin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yeshwin 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Yeshwin a common name?
We classify Yeshwin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yeshwin most popular?
The single biggest year for Yeshwin was 2016, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yeshwin is about 10 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 Yeshwin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Yeshwin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yeshwin 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 Yeshwin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Yeshwin 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 Yeshwin 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 Americans are named Yeshwin?
Want to know how many Americans are named Yeshwin? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.