The name Rishi is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin meaning "sage".

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Rishi is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Rishi is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin meaning "sage".

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A number of stylish Indian names are making their way to the US mainstream, including wise Rishi. In Hindu mythology, the Rishis are sages and seers; in modern times, Rishi Rich is a popular British-born musician and record producer and Rishi Sunak became Prime Minister of the UK in 2022.
<br></br> And in the US, Rishi has made its way into the US Top 1000 for the first time ever in 2023. 

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The name Rishi peaked for boys at #938 in 2008. The name is most popular in New Jersey, Washington, and New Jersey.

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