Rishiv

Rishiv - A very unique male name

Rishiv appeared on the charts for the first time in 2024 on position #3107. In this article you'll learn the history of this name, statistics, see famous people named Rishiv and more.
Are you having a baby or looking to learn more about the name Rishiv? Our experts and editorial staff have gathered trends and insights for 30,000+ baby names over the last 100 years -- And on this page you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about the name Rishiv. The baby boy name Rishiv was given to 5 baby boys in 2025, ranking #4240 on the national boy baby name top chart.


With that position 1 in 293,257 baby boys were given this name - making this a very unique male name according to our Popularity Score algorithm. Rishiv peaked in popularity 2 years ago in 2024 on position 3107.

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Rishiv is currently topping the charts in...

Did you know that popularity can vary a lot between states? Rishiv is currently topping the baby name charts in California at position #2,731 - and is the least popular in California at position #2,731.

Why care about state specific baby name charts? It could be that a name that is very popular on the national overall charts is less (or even more) popular where you live. So make sure you check out the state specific charts below and find out how popular or unique Rishiv is where you live.

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Rishiv origin and meaning

Modern Indian coinage

Uncertain — apparently a modern blend of Rishi and Shiv, but that construction is inferred from its sounds, not documented

Rishiv appears to combine Rishi, 'sage,' and Shiv, a form of the god Shiva's name, both real elements in Indian naming. No documented coinage settles that reading, so it is presented as likely rather than proven. The name is brand new in US data, first recorded in 2024.

Origin uncertain

Rishiv is a 6 letter name with 2 syllables.

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Similar to Rishiv

We've found the following names that sound similar to Rishiv, sorted by popularity.

Raghav / Rishabh / Rishab / Rajiv / Rajeev / Rishav /

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Name statistics

Most parents-to-be know if they want a popular or unique name, and with these charts and data tables you can easily get a better understanding of how popular or unique this name is.

With a quick glance you can easily tell if this name is increasing or declining in popularity - But note that its current popularity can actually differ a lot from state to state.

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Chart position per state (visualized)

Chart position per year (table view)

Chart position per state (table view)

Even more about Rishiv

These are some of the common questions you may want to have answered to know if this is the perfect name for your baby.

Is Rishiv a common or unique name?

By analyzing the number of births and frequency of this name we've determined that it's currently a very unique male name.

What is the number of syllables for the name Rishiv?

2 syllables. Why is this important? One of the things that makes a baby name sound good and have a nice rythm is the number of syllables - and especially the number of syllables along with the syllable count for your last name. A simple rule is to avoid having the same number of syllables in your first, middle and last name.

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Pronunciation

REE-shiv · /ˈriːʃɪv/
A brand-new name with no settled English pronunciation; this follows its apparent Indian elements.

Around the world

No traditional forms in other languages — this name was created in America in our own time.

Spellings and nicknames

• Rishav — A distinct established Indian name with a similar sound

Famous bearers

None yet — the name first appears in the data in 2024, and its oldest bearers are still young.

Style

Modern coinageInternational

Why parents choose it

Parents choose Rishiv for its devotional echoes of Rishi and Shiv in a form that feels new.

Worth knowing

• It will be confused with Rishav, Rishi and Shiv in speech and writing.