Rishabh
About Rishabh
Rishabh is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin that carries significant meaning in Hindu tradition. It refers to the bull or ox, which symbolizes strength, prosperity, and reliability. In Hindu mythology, Rishabh was the name of the first Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) in Jainism. The name also appears in the Vedas and is associated with Lord Shiva, who is sometimes depicted riding a bull named Nandi. Rishabh is moderately popular in India and among Hindu communities worldwide, especially for parents seeking a name with cultural significance and spiritual roots. Its variations include Rishab and Rishabha, and it's often given to boys with the hope they'll embody qualities of leadership, strength, and dependability.
Pronounced RIS-hub.
As of October 2026, Rishabh ranked #5159 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2108 in 2005.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,080 | 37 | 19.3 |
| 2015 | #3,666 | 30 | 15.7 |
| 2016 | #3,965 | 27 | 14.2 |
| 2017 | #3,364 | 34 | 18.4 |
| 2018 | #4,883 | 20 | 11 |
| 2019 | #3,780 | 29 | 16.2 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | #4,744 | 21 | 12 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |