Shiva
boy name#4249 in 2025Shiva entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #3738 in 1997, ranks #4249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
#4249
rank today
#3738
peak (1997)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5618 |
| 1990s | #5194 |
| 2000s | #5361 |
| 2010s | #6540 |
| 2020s | #5307 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shiva has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Shiva are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shiva alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shiva in 2025?
- Shiva ranks #4249 among US boy names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shiva most popular?
- Shiva peaked in 1997, reaching #3738 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shiva with classmates?
- Shiva will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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