Virat

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Pronounced vih-RAHT /vɪˈrɑt/High

Meaning: Huge, vast, immense, gigantic; from Sanskrit virat — also the cosmic, all-pervading form of the divineHigh

In 30 seconds: Vast as the cosmos itself: Virat is Sanskrit for huge, immense, all-pervading — even the universal form of the divine. Cricket superstar Virat Kohli made it a household name across India.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningHuge, vast, immense, gigantic; from Sanskrit virat — also the cosmic, all-pervading form of the divine

U.S. rank (2025)#2759 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births47 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 491

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

Virat comes from Sanskrit virat, 'huge, vast, immense', and names the Virat Purusha, the cosmic, all-pervading form of the divine in Hindu thought. Cricket legend Virat Kohli has made it one of India's most recognized modern names.

In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare, vast at the root, and proudly current.

Did you know? In Hindu philosophy, Virat is the cosmic body — the entire universe seen as the giant form of God; and today the name belongs to one of cricket's greatest batsmen, Virat Kohli.

Overall data confidence 85%

Monier-Williams Sanskrit-English Dictionary — virat — root meaning

Variations

ViraatBirat

Nicknames

Viru

Famous Bearers

★Virat Kohli (1988-)
Indian cricket superstar and former national team captain, one of the greatest batsmen of all time

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Virat mean?

Virat is Sanskrit for 'huge, vast, immense', also the cosmic, all-pervading form of the divine.

How do you pronounce Virat?

It's said vih-RAHT /vɪˈrɑt/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Virat a boy or girl name?

Virat is a boy's name.

How popular is Virat?

Virat is a rare name in the U.S. and well-known in India.