Himanshu
Meaningthe moon · Sanskrit
Himanshu is an Indian boy name meaning “the moon”, 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.
Did you know?
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Himanshu would score 16 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationHimanshu peaked in 2003, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Himanshu you'd meet today is about 22 years old.
- HistoryHimanshu first shows up in US birth records in 1999, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 26 years since.
US births per million boys, 1999–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Himanshu
Himanshu is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “the moon”. 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 Himanshu
What does the name Himanshu mean?
Himanshu means “the moon” and comes from Sanskrit. Names built around “moon” 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 Jericho (“city of the moon”), Moon (“moon”), Yue (“moon; joy”) and Lucine (“moon”).
What is the origin of the name Himanshu?
Himanshu 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 Himanshu a boy or girl name?
Himanshu is a boy name.
How popular is the name Himanshu?
Himanshu is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2005. It peaked at #7,831 in 2003, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Himanshu?
If you like Himanshu, you might also like Jericho, Moon, Yue and Lucine.
What should I know before naming my baby Himanshu?
Himanshu is an Indian boy name meaning “the moon”, 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.