Prashant

Pronunciation: [ pr-ahsh-AHNT ]

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Boy Name #16,796 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Prashant is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced pr-ahsh-AHNT.

Parents who love the name Prashant often also consider Alok, Dena, Amish .

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Historical Record

Prashant first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.

Over 278 babies have been named Prashant in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Prashant is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,796 for boy names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#16,796
Total SSA Count
6

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Pra Pras Prasy Prasie Prash Prashy Prashie Ant Anty Antie Pry Prie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prashant

Is Prashant a boy or girl name?
Prashant is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Prashant?
Prashant is pronounced pr-ahsh-AHNT.
How popular is the name Prashant?
Prashant is currently ranked #16796 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Prashant?
Common nicknames for Prashant include Pra, Pras, Prasy, Prasie, Prash, Prashy, Prashie, Ant, Anty, Antie, Pry, and Prie.
Is Prashant a common or rare name?
Prashant is an uncommon name, ranked #16796 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Prashant?
Prashant pairs well with Alok, Dena, Amish, Hewey in style and sound.

About the Name Prashant

Prashant is a boy name .

Prashant is currently ranked #16,796 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Prashant include Pra, Pras, Prasy, Prasie, Prash, Prashy, Prashie, Ant, Anty, Antie, Pry, and Prie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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