Possessed of horses or light
Derived from the Sanskrit word for horse, it refers to the Ashvins, twin Vedic deities who represent the sunrise and sunset. They are known as the physicians of the gods and symbolize speed, health, and vitality.
Less common today
Ashvin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,210 in 2006.
Bestselling Indian writer of mythological fiction
Indian actor and voice artist
International Indian cricketer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
