Boy Name

Narayan

"One who leads people to water. From Sanskrit nara (person/people) and ayan (path)."

About the Name Narayan

Meaning

One who leads people to water. From Sanskrit nara (person/people) and ayan (path).

Origin

Sanskrit

Gender

Boy

First Letter

N

Narayan is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. The name means "One who leads people to water. From Sanskrit nara (person/people) and ayan (path)." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with N or explore other Sanskrit names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
#5
1970
#12
1980
#38
1990
#65
2000
#132
2010
#21
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Narayan

  • NM Narayan Murthy (entrepreneur)

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