Aniket is a gender-neutral name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "unique" or "one and only". It is composed of two parts: 'ani', which means "rare", and 'ketu', translating to "star". This gives the name a celestial connotation, suggesting uniqueness and rarity. The name Aniket is often associated with the Hindu god of the planet Mars, known for his valor and courage. In some cultures, it may also be interpreted as "the only star" or "the unique one". It is a popular name in India but can be found across various cultures due to its universal meaning.
The name Aniket had a noticeable peak in popularity between 2001 and 2004, with 18, 23, 29, and 17 births respectively during these years. However, there was a significant drop after 2004, with fewer than 20 births per year until 2016 when it rose again to 11 births. The most recent data shows a consistent decrease in the number of babies named Aniket, with only 5 births recorded in 2021 and 6 in 2023. Overall, from 1996 to 2023, there were a total of 326 babies named Aniket.