Gagan
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Gagan is an Indian boy name meaning “sky”, 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 crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationGagan peaked in 2018, which makes it a Gen Alpha name. The typical Gagan you'd meet today is about 7 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Gagan would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 285,714 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryGagan first shows up in US birth records in 1989, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 36 years since.
US births per million boys, 1997–2025
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About the name Gagan
Gagan is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “sky”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. 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 Gagan
What does the name Gagan mean?
Gagan means “sky” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Sky (“sky”), Lani (“sky, heaven”), Caelum (“heaven, sky”) and Sora (“sky”).
What is the origin of the name Gagan?
Gagan 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 Gagan a boy or girl name?
Gagan is a boy name. In 2025, 6 US boys were named Gagan.
How popular is the name Gagan?
Gagan ranked #10,695 for US boys in 2025, given to 6 babies. Its best year was 2018, when it reached #7,617.
What names are similar to Gagan?
If you like Gagan, you might also like Sky, Lani, Caelum and Sora.
What should I know before naming my baby Gagan?
Gagan is an Indian boy name meaning “sky”, 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 crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.