Vishal
Vishal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Vishal
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit विशाल (viśāla).
How popular is Vishal?
Since 1880, 1,734 boys in the U.S. have been named Vishal. Its highest rank for boys was #1285 in 1986. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Vishal
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Vishal
Sister and brother names that share Vishal's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Vishal FAQ
What does the name Vishal mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit विशाल (viśāla).
What is the origin of the name Vishal?
Vishal is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Vishal?
Since 1880, 1,734 boys in the U.S. have been named Vishal. Its highest rank for boys was #1285 in 1986. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Vishal a boy or girl name?
Vishal is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,734 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.