US Popularity Rank: 7433

Origin: Sanskrit

Meaning: Joy, delight, happiness

Anand is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin that’s a variant of Ananda. Coming from the Sanskrit words ānanda or ānand, it translates to “joy,” “delight,” or “happiness.” With a name like this, your little one will always know how much happiness they bring to your life. Many notable people have held the name Anand as a first or last name, including actors, writers, and film directors. For a name that inspires creative drive in your bundle of joy, Anand can make for a memorable choice.