Prem
Prem: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Prem
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Sanskrit प्रे॒मन् (premán, “love, affection”).
How popular is Prem?
Since 1880, 547 boys in the U.S. have been named Prem. Its highest rank for boys was #3257 in 1999. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Prem
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Prem
Sister and brother names that share Prem's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Prem FAQ
What does the name Prem mean?
A male given name. From Sanskrit प्रे॒मन् (premán, “love, affection”).
What is the origin of the name Prem?
Prem is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Prem?
Since 1880, 547 boys in the U.S. have been named Prem. Its highest rank for boys was #3257 in 1999. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Prem a boy or girl name?
Prem is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 547 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.