Siddharth
Meaningone who reached his goal · Sanskrit
Siddharth is an Indian boy name meaning “one who reached his goal”, 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, Siddharth would score 17 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationSiddharth peaked in 2011, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Siddharth you'd meet today is about 14 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Siddharth would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 28,986 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistorySiddharth 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.
- Where it's lovedWant to meet a lot of Siddharths? Head to Washington, where it's the #999 boy name, its best showing of any state.
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About the name Siddharth
Siddharth is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “one who reached his goal”. 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 2010s, 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 Siddharth
What does the name Siddharth mean?
Siddharth means “one who reached his goal” and comes from Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Siddharth?
Siddharth 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 Siddharth a boy or girl name?
Siddharth is a boy name. In 2025, 59 US boys were named Siddharth.
How popular is the name Siddharth?
Siddharth ranked #2,332 for US boys in 2025, given to 59 babies. Its best year was 2011, when it reached #1,031. Over the last five years it has slipped 764 places.
What should I know before naming my baby Siddharth?
Siddharth is an Indian boy name meaning “one who reached his goal”, 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.