US Popularity:20841
Origin:Sanskrit
Other Origin(s):Indian
Meaning:Son, boy; Prince
Kumar is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin. Meaning “son” or “boy,” this name is often used for boys born into Hindu families. It is derived from the old Sanskrit word kumara, which also means "prince." In Hinduism, Kumara is the son of Skanda, the god of war. Kumar is also a variant of Kunwar, a boy's name with a similar meaning. If you are looking for a suitable name to welcome baby into the family, Kumar is a worthy choice for your little prince.
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Kumar Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Kumar is currently #3946 on The Bump
Boy:Kumar is currently #1305 on The Bump Boy Names

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2019
#20841
in 2019
+ 2346
from 2018
In comparison to the previous year's data

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