Anshuman
Meaningthe sun · Sanskrit
Anshuman is an Indian boy name meaning “the sun”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Anshuman would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationAnshuman peaked in 2007, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Anshuman you'd meet today is about 18 years old.
- HistoryAnshuman first shows up in US birth records in 2000, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million boys, 2000–2025
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About the name Anshuman
Anshuman is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “the sun”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Anshuman
What does the name Anshuman mean?
Anshuman means “the sun” and comes from Sanskrit. Names built around “sun” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Elian (“possibly of the sun”), Cyrus (“possibly sun”), Elio (“sun”) and Samson (“of the sun”).
What is the origin of the name Anshuman?
Anshuman is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Anshuman a boy or girl name?
Anshuman is a boy name.
How popular is the name Anshuman?
Anshuman is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2024. It peaked at #8,915 in 2007, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Anshuman?
If you like Anshuman, you might also like Elian, Cyrus, Elio and Samson.
What should I know before naming my baby Anshuman?
Anshuman is an Indian boy name meaning “the sun”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.