Mahesh
Meaninggreat lord, Shiva · Sanskrit
Mahesh is an Indian boy name meaning “great lord, Shiva”, 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Mahesh would score 14 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationMahesh peaked in 1971, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Mahesh you'd meet today is about 54 years old.
- HistoryMahesh first shows up in US birth records in 1970, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 55 years since.
US births per million boys, 1970–2025
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About the name Mahesh
Mahesh is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “great lord, Shiva”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. 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 Mahesh
What does the name Mahesh mean?
Mahesh means “great lord, Shiva” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Dylan (“great tide”), Grant (“tall, great”), Magnus (“great”) and Kabir (“great”).
What is the origin of the name Mahesh?
Mahesh 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 Mahesh a boy or girl name?
Mahesh is a boy name.
How popular is the name Mahesh?
Mahesh is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2017. It peaked at #3,658 in 1971, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Mahesh?
If you like Mahesh, you might also like Dylan, Grant, Magnus and Kabir.
What should I know before naming my baby Mahesh?
Mahesh is an Indian boy name meaning “great lord, Shiva”, 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 simple to spell and say, 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.