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Siddharth
Pronounced SEED-dharth /ˈsid.dhærθ/Medium
Meaning: One who has accomplished a goalMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
The name carries the sense of a goal reached, an aim fulfilled - 'one who has accomplished a goal'. It is a name of attainment and purpose, weighty in both sound and sense. The full three-syllable form keeps its Sanskrit-rooted shape.
It is well established in Indian cinema, borne by producer Siddharth Roy Kapur, born in 1974, and director Siddharth Anand, born in 1978, who made 'War' and 'Pathaan'. The clustered consonants give the name a firm, deliberate cadence.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Siddharth Roy Kapur (1974-present)Indian film producer; founder of Roy Kapur Films and former managing director of Walt Disney Company India.
- ★Siddharth Anand (1978-present)Indian film director and producer in Hindi cinema; directed 'War' (2019) and 'Pathaan' (2023).
Frequently Asked
What does the name Siddharth mean?
Siddharth is usually explained as meaning 'one who has accomplished a goal' and is most often linked with Hindi tradition.
How do you pronounce Siddharth?
It's commonly said SEED-dharth /ˈsid.dhærθ/.
Is Siddharth a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Siddharth is used as a boy name.
How popular is Siddharth?
In 2024, Siddharth ranked #2201 in the U.S. for boys, with 66 births recorded.