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About India
A name that resonates with wanderlust and cultural richness. India carries geographical sophistication and exotic flair without being overly elaborate. The three syllables flow smoothly, creating an elegant rhythm that's both memorable and easy to pronounce across different languages. This name suits adventurous spirits and creative souls, suggesting depth and worldliness. It works exceptionally well in multicultural families or for parents who value travel and global perspectives. India transitions seamlessly from childhood through adulthood, never feeling too cute or too serious. The name has literary and historical connections, offering substance beyond its aesthetic appeal. It's distinctive enough to stand out in a classroom yet familiar enough to avoid constant explanations.
Popularity of the Name India
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #506 | ||||
| 1881 | #422 | ||||
| 1882 | #466 | ||||
| 1883 | #489 | ||||
| 1884 | #454 | ||||
| 1885 | #589 | ||||
| 1886 | #588 | ||||
| 1887 | #762 | ||||
| 1888 | #600 | ||||
| 1889 | #627 | ||||
| 1890 | #566 | ||||
| 1891 | #769 | ||||
| 1892 | #483 | ||||
| 1893 | #699 | ||||
| 1894 | #972 | ||||
| 1895 | #670 | ||||
| 1896 | #600 | ||||
| 1897 | #810 | ||||
| 1898 | #863 | ||||
| 1899 | #738 | ||||
| 1900 | #901 | ||||
| 1901 | #840 | ||||
| 1902 | #885 | ||||
| 1903 | #877 | ||||
| 1905 | #909 | ||||
| 1906 | #936 | ||||
| 1907 | #962 | ||||
| 1911 | #997 | ||||
| 1970 | #761 | ||||
| 1971 | #653 | ||||
| 1972 | #727 | ||||
| 1973 | #895 | ||||
| 1975 | #881 | ||||
| 1976 | #951 | ||||
| 1977 | #894 | ||||
| 1979 | #941 | ||||
| 1981 | #871 | ||||
| 1983 | #858 | ||||
| 1984 | #562 | ||||
| 1985 | #318 | ||||
| 1986 | #385 | ||||
| 1987 | #422 | ||||
| 1988 | #452 | ||||
| 1989 | #525 | ||||
| 1990 | #487 | ||||
| 1991 | #414 | ||||
| 1992 | #390 | ||||
| 1993 | #386 | #253 | #475 | ||
| 1994 | #406 | #180 | |||
| 1995 | #431 | #256 | #477 | ||
| 1996 | #398 | #226 | #579 | ||
| 1997 | #427 | #164 | #272 | ||
| 1998 | #494 | #137 | #206 | #984 | |
| 1999 | #411 | #122 | #160 | #414 | #971 |
| 2000 | #395 | #124 | #236 | #851 | |
| 2001 | #299 | #133 | #190 | #349 | |
| 2002 | #312 | #145 | #162 | #552 | #751 |
| 2003 | #410 | #163 | #193 | #418 | #937 |
| 2004 | #477 | #172 | #205 | #436 | |
| 2005 | #497 | #185 | #262 | #632 | |
| 2006 | #564 | #207 | #172 | #833 | |
| 2007 | #682 | #241 | #258 | #313 | |
| 2008 | #813 | #240 | #188 | ||
| 2009 | #836 | #232 | #239 | ||
| 2010 | #977 | #151 | #134 | ||
| 2011 | #997 | #136 | #177 | #479 | |
| 2013 | #971 | #149 | #142 | #407 | |
| 2017 | #894 | #209 | #282 | #447 | |
| 2018 | #911 | #198 | #336 | #482 | |
| 2019 | #928 | #231 | #323 | #644 | |
| 2021 | #938 | #230 | #376 | ||
| 2022 | #969 | #326 | #403 | #658 | |
| 2012 | #154 | #228 | #446 | ||
| 2014 | #201 | #329 | #613 | ||
| 2015 | #212 | #217 | #613 | ||
| 2016 | #229 | #271 | |||
| 2020 | #209 | #362 | #562 | ||
| 2023 | #341 | ||||
| 2024 | #452 | #956 | |||
| 2025 | #523 |
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Variations of Name India
Names Similar to India
Nicknames for India
- Indy
- Indie
- Dia
Famous People Named India
| Indira Gandhi | Former Prime Minister of India |
| India Arie | American singer-songwriter |
| India Hicks | British author and designer |
| India Eisley | American actress |
| India de Beaufort | British actress |
| India Love | American internet personality |
| India Knight | British journalist and author |
| India Oxenberg | American actress |
| India Martinez | Spanish singer |
| India Allen | American model and actress |
| India Menuez | American actress and artist |
| India Jane Birley | British fashion designer |
| India Machado | Brazilian model |
| India de Córdoba | Spanish flamenco dancer |
| India Dupré | American artist and fashion designer |
| India Adams | American actress and singer |
| India de Mola | Mexican journalist |
| India Mahdavi | Iranian-French architect and designer |
| India Carney | American singer-songwriter |
| India Opie Meres | British street artist |
Characters Named India
| India Stoker | from the film "Stoker" |
| India Wilkes | from the novel "Gone with the Wind" |
| India Jourdain | from the play "The Bourgeois Gentleman" |
| India Purl | from the book series "The Paper Magician" |
| India Kane | from the TV series "Backstage" |
| India Tressilian | from the novel "The Moonstone" |
| India Coombs | from the TV series "CSI - NY" |
| India Van West | from the book series "The Selection" |
| India Bishop | from the book series "The Rosie Project" |
| India Sinclair | from the TV series "Haven" |
| India Opal Buloni | from the novel "Because of Winn-Dixie" |
| India Oxendine | from the TV series "Scream Queens" |
| India Eisenstein | from the video game "Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright - Ace Attorney" |
| India Faraday | from the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| India Ferrah | from the reality show "RuPaul's Drag Race" |
| India Dearly | from the book series "Aurora Rising" |
| India Blake | from the TV series "Dead to Me" |
| India Clarke | from the TV series "Wynonna Earp" |
| India Jekyll | from the book series "The Madman's Daughter" |
| India Reed | from the TV series "The Flash" |