Ananda
boy nameAnanda entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #3963 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#3963
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4292 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 2000s | #11389 |
| 2010s | #11130 |
| 2020s | #8739 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Ananda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ananda alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ananda in 2025?
- Ananda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ananda most popular?
- Ananda peaked in 1972, reaching #3963 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ananda with classmates?
- Ananda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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