Vignesh is a name of Indian origin, particularly from the state of Tamil Nadu. It is derived from the Tamil language and translates to "the lord of the golden mountain". The name Vignesh is traditionally given to male children born under certain astrological signs, as it is considered auspicious for those born during these periods.
The name Vignesh has a rich history in Hindu culture, being associated with Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom and prosperity. In Hindu mythology, Ganesha is believed to be the remover of obstacles and the bringer of good fortune. Thus, parents naming their child Vignesh hope that their son will grow up to possess these qualities.
Vignesh has also gained popularity beyond India in recent years, as people have begun adopting names from various cultures around the world. Today, you can find individuals named Vignesh in many different countries and walks of life. However, it remains a name deeply rooted in its Indian heritage and rich cultural significance.
The name Vignesh has been given to a total of 257 children born in the United States between 1991 and 2020. The popularity of this name has varied over the years, with peaks occurring in certain decades.
In the early 1990s, there were relatively few births with the name Vignesh, with only five recorded each year in 1991 and 1993. However, the number of births began to increase in subsequent years, reaching a peak of 18 in both 1998 and 1999.
The popularity of the name continued to fluctuate throughout the 2000s, with 15 births recorded in 2001 and 2002, followed by lower numbers such as 10 in 2004. However, there was another peak in 2005 with 17 births.
In the 2010s, the popularity of the name Vignesh appeared to decrease again, with only five births recorded each year between 2013 and 2015. There were six births in 2015, but this number fell back down to five in 2020.
Overall, while the popularity of the name Vignesh has varied over time, it has been consistently present on the U.S. birth records since at least 1991. It is encouraging to see that even when fewer parents chose this name for their children, there were still several births each year, indicating that Vignesh remains a distinctive and meaningful choice for some families.