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Eshaan

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Pronounced eh-SHAAN /ɛˈʃɑːn/Medium

Meaning: Desiring; seeking; one who wishesHigh

In 30 seconds: Eshaan is a Sanskrit name meaning 'desiring' or 'seeking,' and one of the 108 names of Lord Shiva. It also refers to the auspicious northeast direction in Hindu tradition.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningDesiring; seeking; one who wishes

U.S. rank (2025)#3206 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births37 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,094

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

From Sanskrit root ish (to desire, to seek, to rule), Eshaan has been used across northern India and among Hindu diaspora communities for generations. It carries the sense of divine aspiration.

The spelling Eshaan is a modern transliteration variant of Ishan or Eshan, popular among South Asian families in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia who want a name that is both authentically Sanskrit and easily pronounced in English-speaking environments.

Did you know? In Vastu Shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture, the Ishan kona (northeast corner) is considered the most sacred direction, associated with divinity — making Eshaan a name literally tied to sacred space.

Overall data confidence 84%

Monier-Williams Sanskrit Dictionary — Root ish, to desire/rule; Ishana as name of ShivaBehind the Name — Ishan/Eshaan variants in South Asian naming

Variations

IshanEshanIshaan

Nicknames

Esh

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Eshaan mean?

Eshaan means 'desiring' or 'seeking' from Sanskrit ish. It is also one of the names of Lord Shiva and refers to the sacred northeast direction.

How do you pronounce Eshaan?

Eshaan is pronounced eh-SHAAN, with two syllables and a long 'aa' on the second.

Is Eshaan a boy or girl name?

Eshaan is used as a boy's name in Indian and Hindu traditions.

How popular is Eshaan?

Eshaan is moderately common among South Asian communities worldwide. The Ishaan spelling is more frequent in India; Eshaan is preferred in diaspora communities.