Shreyas
Meaningexcellence, merit · Sanskrit
Shreyas is an Indian boy name meaning “excellence, merit”, 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?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Shreyas has the name Rey hiding inside it.
- Word funShreyas starts and ends with the same letter, S. A neat little bookend.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Shreyas would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationShreyas peaked in 2008, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Shreyas you'd meet today is about 17 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Shreyas would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 63,291 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryShreyas first shows up in US birth records in 1987, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 38 years since.
US births per million boys, 1987–2025
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About the name Shreyas
Shreyas is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “excellence, merit”. 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 Shreyas
What does the name Shreyas mean?
Shreyas means “excellence, merit” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Ihsan (“excellence, kindness”), Alaa (“nobility, excellence”) and Utkarsh (“excellence, rise”).
What is the origin of the name Shreyas?
Shreyas 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 Shreyas a boy or girl name?
Shreyas is a boy name. In 2025, 27 US boys were named Shreyas.
How popular is the name Shreyas?
Shreyas ranked #3,949 for US boys in 2025, given to 27 babies. Its best year was 2008, when it reached #1,752. Over the last five years it has slipped 1,143 places.
What names are similar to Shreyas?
If you like Shreyas, you might also like Ihsan, Alaa and Utkarsh.
What should I know before naming my baby Shreyas?
Shreyas is an Indian boy name meaning “excellence, merit”, 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.