Soham
MeaningI am that · Sanskrit
Soham is an Indian boy name meaning “I am that”, 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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- GenerationSoham peaked in 2010, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Soham you'd meet today is about 15 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Soham would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 65,789 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistorySoham first shows up in US birth records in 1992, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 33 years since.
US births per million boys, 1992–2025
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About the name Soham
Soham is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “I am that”. 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 and is still gaining fans. 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 Soham
What does the name Soham mean?
Soham means “I am that” and comes from Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Soham?
Soham 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 Soham a boy or girl name?
Soham is a boy name. In 2025, 26 US boys were named Soham.
How popular is the name Soham?
Soham ranked #4,050 for US boys in 2025, given to 26 babies. Its best year was 2010, when it reached #1,986. Over the last five years it has climbed 1,649 places.
What should I know before naming my baby Soham?
Soham is an Indian boy name meaning “I am that”, 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.