Vidur
Meaningwise; a Mahabharata sage · Sanskrit
Vidur is an Indian boy name meaning “wise; a Mahabharata sage”, 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.
Did you know?
- GenerationVidur peaked in 2017, which makes it a Gen Alpha name. The typical Vidur you'd meet today is about 8 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Vidur would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 188,679 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryVidur 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.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Vidur
Vidur is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “wise; a Mahabharata sage”. 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 Vidur
What does the name Vidur mean?
Vidur means “wise; a Mahabharata sage” and comes from Sanskrit. Names built around “wise” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Sage (“wise”), Raymond (“wise protector”), Saige (“wise”) and Ray (“wise protector”).
What is the origin of the name Vidur?
Vidur 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 Vidur a boy or girl name?
Vidur is a boy name. In 2025, 9 US boys were named Vidur.
How popular is the name Vidur?
Vidur ranked #8,243 for US boys in 2025, given to 9 babies. Its best year was 2017, when it reached #8,140.
What names are similar to Vidur?
If you like Vidur, you might also like Sage, Raymond, Saige and Ray.
What should I know before naming my baby Vidur?
Vidur is an Indian boy name meaning “wise; a Mahabharata sage”, 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.