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Sachin

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Sachin Pronunciation

Sachin is pronounced SUH-chin /ˈsʌ.tʃɪn/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit — variously 'pure essence' (sat, 'truth/pure', plus a suffix) and a name/epithet linked to Lord Shiva; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Pure essence: Sachin is Sanskrit for 'pure essence; truth' (a name of Shiva). Warm, classic, and crisp (said 'SUH-chin').

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Origin MediumSanskrit

MeaningFrom Sanskrit — variously 'pure essence' (sat, 'truth/pure', plus a suffix) and a name/epithet linked to Lord Shiva; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5831 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2011

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,397

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Sachin is a Sanskrit/Indian name — variously 'pure essence; truth' (from sat, 'truth, goodness, the pure') and an epithet linked to Lord Shiva (routes layered, which we note). A warm, classic Indian boys' name, given lasting fame by the cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar (said 'SUH-chin'; nickname Sachi).

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, pure-essence at the (likely) root, and classic.

Did you know? Sachin is variously understood as 'pure essence; truth' (from Sanskrit sat, 'truth, the pure') and as a name linked to Lord Shiva — a warm, classic Indian name, beloved through the cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'SUH-chin').

Overall data confidence 60%

References — Sachin — routes layered

Variations

SachindraSachit

Nicknames

Sachi

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Sanskrit Hindu

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Nikhil— a companion Sanskrit boys' name

Arnav— another modern Indian boys' name

Shivin— lands in the same popularity range

Sharvin— a fellow Sanskrit choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Sachin?

Sachin is pronounced SUH-chin (/ˈsʌ.tʃɪn/). Press play above to hear Sachin said aloud.

How do you say Sachin?

Sachin is said SUH-chin (/ˈsʌ.tʃɪn/). Press play above to hear Sachin said aloud.

What does the name Sachin mean?

Sachin is Sanskrit for 'pure essence; truth', also a name of Shiva; the routes are layered.

Is Sachin a boy or girl name?

Sachin is a boy's name.

How popular is Sachin?

Sachin is a rare name in the U.S.