Aishwarya is a female given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word 'Aishwarya', which means "prosperity" or "wealth". The name Aishwarya is composed of two parts: 'Aishi' meaning "Lord" or "God", and 'Warya' meaning "prosperity" or "wealth".
The name Aishwarya has a rich history in Indian culture and mythology. In Hindu mythology, Aishwarya is one of the 108 names of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. The name Aishwarya is also associated with other deities such as Lord Indra, the king of gods, and Lord Krishna, an avatar of Lord Vishnu.
In Indian literature, Aishwarya has been used as a character name in several works. One notable example is in the epic poem "Abhijñānaśākuntalam" by Kālidāsa, where Aishwarya is the name of the heroine's mother. Additionally, the name Aishwarya was popularized in modern times by famous Indian actress and former Miss World, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
Today, Aishwarya remains a popular name among parents in India and around the world who wish to bestow their daughters with a name that carries a rich history and meaningful significance. The name Aishwarya is often associated with prosperity, wealth, and divine blessing, making it an appealing choice for many families.
The name Aishwarya has seen a varied pattern of popularity over the past few decades in the United States. The earliest record available is from 1995, with a total of 8 babies born that year with this unique name.
This number doubled by the following year, with 15 births recorded in 1996. This trend continued into 1997, with another 15 births reported. However, there was a significant increase in popularity starting from 1998, with 20 babies named Aishwarya born that year.
The peak of the name's popularity in the U.S. seems to have been reached between 1999 and 2005. During this period, the number of annual births with the name Aishwarya increased from 34 in 1999 to a high of 50 in 2000. This elevated level of popularity persisted until 2005, with an average of around 45 births per year during this period.
However, after 2005, the popularity of the name Aishwarya began to decline steadily. By 2017, the number of annual births had dropped to just 25. This downward trend continued until 2019, when only 14 babies were named Aishwarya.
Despite this decrease in recent years, it's worth noting that the name has maintained a consistent level of popularity since then, with around 20-24 births per year from 2020 to 2023. Overall, as of 2023, there have been a total of 883 babies born in the United States named Aishwarya.
These statistics illustrate how the popularity of names can fluctuate over time and how cultural trends and other factors can influence these changes.