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Vyas

♂ Boy

Pronounced vee-YAHS /viˈjɑs/Medium

Meaning: Vyas is a form of the Sanskrit Vyasa, the revered sage traditionally credited with composing the Mahabharata and arranging the Vedas. The name is read as 'compiler' or 'arranger'. A profound heritage name, noted respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A revered two-beat name: Vyas recalls the sage who composed the Mahabharata (said 'vee-YAHS'). A heritage name we note respectfully.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningVyas is a form of the Sanskrit Vyasa, the revered sage traditionally credited with composing the Mahabharata and arranging the Vedas. The name is read as 'compiler' or 'arranger'. A profound heritage name, noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#12215 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2010
Total births (all-time)≈ 34

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201020062024

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

In Hindu tradition, Vyas (from Vyasa) names the great sage said to have composed the epic Mahabharata and to have arranged the Vedas - his very name meaning 'compiler' or 'arranger'. A deeply honored heritage name, noted respectfully (said 'vee-YAHS').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely. Heritage-rich, sage-rooted, and Sanskrit.

Did you know? Vyas is a form of Vyasa, the revered sage traditionally credited with composing the Mahabharata and arranging the Vedas. The name is read as 'compiler', noted respectfully (said 'vee-YAHS').
Overall data confidence 55%
References - Vyas — Sanskrit Vyasa; sage of the Mahabharata; noted respectfully

Variations

VyasaVyaas

Nicknames

VyaVy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vyas mean?

Vyas is a form of Vyasa, the sage who composed the Mahabharata; the name is read as 'compiler; arranger'. Noted respectfully.

How do you pronounce Vyas?

It's said vee-YAHS /viˈjɑs/ - two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Vyas a boy or girl name?

Here Vyas is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Vyas?

Vyas is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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