Sushant
Meaningvery calm · Sanskrit
Sushant is an Indian boy name meaning “very calm”, 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.
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- GenerationSushant peaked in 2013, which makes it a Gen Alpha name. The typical Sushant you'd meet today is about 12 years old.
- HistorySushant first shows up in US birth records in 2003, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million boys, 2003–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Sushant
Sushant is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “very calm”. 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 Sushant
What does the name Sushant mean?
Sushant means “very calm” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Arwyn (“very fair”) and Filiberto (“very bright”).
What is the origin of the name Sushant?
Sushant 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 Sushant a boy or girl name?
Sushant is a boy name.
How popular is the name Sushant?
Sushant is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2022. It peaked at #8,118 in 2013, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Sushant?
If you like Sushant, you might also like Arwyn and Filiberto.
What should I know before naming my baby Sushant?
Sushant is an Indian boy name meaning “very calm”, 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.