Kaustubh
Meaninga jewel of Vishnu · Sanskrit
Kaustubh is an Indian boy name meaning “a jewel of Vishnu”, 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kaustubh would score 17 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationKaustubh peaked in 2004, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Kaustubh you'd meet today is about 21 years old.
- HistoryKaustubh first shows up in US birth records in 2004, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Kaustubh
Kaustubh is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “a jewel of Vishnu”. 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 Kaustubh
What does the name Kaustubh mean?
Kaustubh means “a jewel of Vishnu” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Hari (“Vishnu; golden-tawny”), Achyut (“imperishable, a name of Vishnu”), Harish (“lord Vishnu”) and Narayan (“a name of Vishnu”).
What is the origin of the name Kaustubh?
Kaustubh 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 Kaustubh a boy or girl name?
Kaustubh is a boy name.
How popular is the name Kaustubh?
Kaustubh is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2011. It peaked at #8,927 in 2004, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Kaustubh?
If you like Kaustubh, you might also like Hari, Achyut, Harish and Narayan.
What should I know before naming my baby Kaustubh?
Kaustubh is an Indian boy name meaning “a jewel of Vishnu”, 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, 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.