Anirudh

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Anirudh Pronunciation

Anirudh is pronounced ə-NEE-rood /əˈni.rud/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit aniruddha, 'unstoppable, unobstructed, boundless' — a grandson of KrishnaHigh

In 30 seconds: Unstoppable: Anirudh is Sanskrit for 'unobstructed, boundless' — a grandson of Krishna. Strong, classic, and warm.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningFrom Sanskrit aniruddha, 'unstoppable, unobstructed, boundless' — a grandson of Krishna

U.S. rank (2024)#4702 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,520

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Anirudh comes from Sanskrit aniruddha, 'unstoppable, unobstructed, boundless' — a grandson of Lord Krishna in Hindu lore. A strong, classic name across India (composer Anirudh Ravichander).

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, unstoppable at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Anirudh (Aniruddha) means 'unstoppable, unobstructed, boundless' in Sanskrit — a grandson of Lord Krishna; a strong, classic name (composer Anirudh Ravichander).

Overall data confidence 82%

Sanskrit references — Aniruddha — etymology

Variations

AniruddhaAnirud

Nicknames

Ani

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How do you pronounce Anirudh?

Anirudh is pronounced ə-NEE-rood (/əˈni.rud/). Press play above to hear Anirudh said aloud.

How do you say Anirudh?

Anirudh is said ə-NEE-rood (/əˈni.rud/). Press play above to hear Anirudh said aloud.

What does the name Anirudh mean?

Anirudh is Sanskrit for 'unstoppable, unobstructed, boundless'.

Is Anirudh a boy or girl name?

Anirudh is a boy's name.

How popular is Anirudh?

Anirudh is a rare name in the U.S.