Siddhant
Meaningprinciple · Sanskrit
Siddhant is an Indian boy name meaning “principle”, 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, Siddhant would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationSiddhant peaked in 2011, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Siddhant you'd meet today is about 14 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Siddhant would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 169,492 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistorySiddhant 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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About the name Siddhant
Siddhant is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “principle”. 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 Siddhant
What does the name Siddhant mean?
Siddhant means “principle” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Akinori (“often bright principle”), Hidenori (“often excellent principle”), Hironori (“often broad principle”) and Katsunori (“often victorious principle”).
What is the origin of the name Siddhant?
Siddhant 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 Siddhant a boy or girl name?
Siddhant is a boy name. In 2025, 10 US boys were named Siddhant.
How popular is the name Siddhant?
Siddhant ranked #7,679 for US boys in 2025, given to 10 babies. Its best year was 2011, when it reached #2,852. Over the last five years it has slipped 3,659 places.
What names are similar to Siddhant?
If you like Siddhant, you might also like Akinori, Hidenori, Hironori and Katsunori.
What should I know before naming my baby Siddhant?
Siddhant is an Indian boy name meaning “principle”, 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.