Bliss, happiness, or joy
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ananda', this name signifies a state of supreme bliss or spiritual joy. In Hindu philosophy, it represents one of the three attributes of the divine (Sat-Chit-Ananda). It is a classic and auspicious name in India that has gained international recognition.
Less common today
Anand isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,169 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian chess grandmaster and former world champion
Billionaire businessman and chairman of Mahindra Group
Acclaimed Indian documentary filmmaker
Prolific Indian poet and lyricist
