Sandeep
Sandeep: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Sandeep
- A male given name from Hindi; variant forms Sandip, Sundeep, used in India.
Etymology
From Hindi संदीप (sandīp, “enlightened”).
How popular is Sandeep?
Since 1880, 115 girls and 806 boys in the U.S. have been named Sandeep (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7210 in 1990. Its highest rank for boys was #1701 in 1976. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Sandeep FAQ
What does the name Sandeep mean?
A male given name from Hindi; variant forms Sandip, Sundeep, used in India. From Hindi संदीप (sandīp, “enlightened”).
What is the origin of the name Sandeep?
Sandeep is listed as a name of Hindi origin.
How popular is the name Sandeep?
Since 1880, 115 girls and 806 boys in the U.S. have been named Sandeep (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7210 in 1990. Its highest rank for boys was #1701 in 1976. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Sandeep a boy or girl name?
Sandeep is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (115 girls and 806 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.