Mihir
Meaningthe sun · Sanskrit
Mihir 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 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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- GenerationMihir peaked in 2002, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Mihir you'd meet today is about 23 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Mihir would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 56,818 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryMihir first shows up in US birth records in 1976, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 49 years since.
US births per million boys, 1976–2025
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About the name Mihir
Mihir is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “the sun”. 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 2000s, 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 Mihir
What does the name Mihir mean?
Mihir 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 Mihir?
Mihir 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 Mihir a boy or girl name?
Mihir is a boy name. In 2025, 30 US boys were named Mihir.
How popular is the name Mihir?
Mihir ranked #3,658 for US boys in 2025, given to 30 babies. Its best year was 2002, when it reached #1,514. Over the last five years it has slipped 384 places.
What names are similar to Mihir?
If you like Mihir, you might also like Elian, Cyrus, Elio and Samson.
What should I know before naming my baby Mihir?
Mihir 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 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.