BoySanskrit origin

Vikram: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A valorous name meaning brave and powerful, fit for a king.

Origin
Sanskrit
Syllables
2
Current rank
#3171
Peak
#1499 in 1981

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1969: #358619691970: #540619701980: #272419801990: #236919902000: #173920002005: #218120052010: #242320102015: #291020152020: #31712020#1#5406

What Vikram Means

Vikram is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. A valorous name meaning brave and powerful, fit for a king.

How Popular Vikram Is

Vikram currently ranks #3171 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1499 in 1981. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Vikram

  • Vikram is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Vikram is a name with roots in ancient Sanskrit.
  • It carries royal connotations and regal history.

Names Like Vikram

Other Sanskrit names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Vikram

Sanskrit names that pair well as a brother or sister to Vikram.

Questions About Vikram

What does Vikram mean?

Vikram is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. A valorous name meaning brave and powerful, fit for a king.

How popular is Vikram?

Vikram currently ranks #3171 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1499 in 1981. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Vikram come from?

Vikram comes from Sanskrit roots. Vikram is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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