Keshav
Keshav: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Keshav
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit केशव (keśava).
How popular is Keshav?
Since 1880, 1,427 boys in the U.S. have been named Keshav. Its highest rank for boys was #2118 in 2025. In 2025, 69 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Keshav
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Keshav
Sister and brother names that share Keshav's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Keshav FAQ
What does the name Keshav mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit केशव (keśava).
What is the origin of the name Keshav?
Keshav is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Keshav?
Since 1880, 1,427 boys in the U.S. have been named Keshav. Its highest rank for boys was #2118 in 2025. In 2025, 69 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Keshav a boy or girl name?
Keshav is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,427 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.