Pranav vs Ishan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pranav

Boy #2,276 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilot, one who steers"

Origin: Sanskrit

Hindu Indian Sanskrit South Asian

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Boy #2,125 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sun, lord, master"

Origin: Sanskrit

Indian Hindu South Asian

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Pranav Rank #2,276

Ishan Rank #2,125

Ishan is more popular, ranked #2125 vs #2276 for Pranav.

Is Pranav or Ishan more popular?

Ishan is more popular, ranked #2125 compared to Pranav at #2276 in the United States.

What do Pranav and Ishan mean?

Pranav means "pilot, one who steers" (Sanskrit origin). Ishan means "sun, lord, master" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Pranav and Ishan boy or girl names?

Pranav is primarily a boy name. Ishan is primarily a boy name.