Mayank

A boy's name of Sanskrit origin with 243 recorded U.S. births.

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Meaning & Origin

A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.

Mayank is a boy's baby name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'moon' — one of many Sanskrit names drawn from the heavens. The moon in Hindu culture represents beauty, serenity, and the gentle passage of time.

Mayank is widely used in India and among the Hindu diaspora worldwide. It has a soft, melodic sound with a sky-watching romance built into its meaning — perfect for a child born under a bright moon.

EtymologyShow more

Mayank is built from 6 letters and one syllable — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Sanskrit naming tradition, this length is typical of names that preserve their full historical form, carrying their etymology on the surface.

The interplay of consonants and vowels in Mayank creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. One-syllable names stand out for their directness. Every sound carries weight, making pronunciation and first impressions immediate.

At a Glance

Unranked

Current Rank

243

Total births

Since 1993

2009

Peak year

19 births

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Popularity Over Time

Mayank has 29+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1993.

First appeared: 1993Peak: 2009 (19 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Mayank
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	27	#10714	▼
2010s	68	#9923	▼
2000s	102	#7736	▲
1990s	46	#7634	—

The Story of Mayank

A Gen Z name

Peaking in 2009, Mayank is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Mayank are most likely born between 1999 and 2019.

How rare is Mayank?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Mayank is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1993, peaked in the 2000s with 102 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.

Mayank by the numbers

Would fill 5 school buses

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(29 years, 1993–2023)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Mayank
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2023	6	#11751	-1 (-14.3%)
2022	7	#10483	0
2021	7	#10403	0
2020	7	#10218	-1 (-12.5%)
2019	8	#9438	+1 (14.3%)
2018	7	#10368	-1 (-12.5%)
2017	8	#9405	-1 (-11.1%)
2016	9	#8583	+1 (12.5%)
2015	8	#9269	0
2014	8	#9335	0
2013	8	#9367	+2 (33.3%)
2012	6	#11764	0
2011	6	#11782	-13 (-68.4%)
2009	19	#5044	+7 (58.3%)
2008	12	#7049	+2 (20.0%)
2007	10	#7980	+3 (42.9%)
2006	7	#10271	-5 (-41.7%)
2005	12	#6488	+3 (33.3%)
2004	9	#7959	0
2003	9	#7631	+3 (50.0%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayank a boy's or girl's name?

Mayank is primarily a boy's name.

When was Mayank most popular?

Mayank reached its peak popularity in 2009 with 19 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Mayank?

Mayank is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 243 babies in the U.S. since 1993. Its peak was in 2009.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1993–2023