Dinesh
boy nameDinesh entered the US charts in 1964, peaked at #3370 in 1971, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1964–2025
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rank today
#3370
peak (1971)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4039 |
| 1970s | #4218 |
| 1980s | #5973 |
| 1990s | #8280 |
| 2000s | #8574 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Dinesh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dinesh alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dinesh in 2025?
- Dinesh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dinesh most popular?
- Dinesh peaked in 1971, reaching #3370 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dinesh with classmates?
- Dinesh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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