The baby name Sohum is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced SOH-hum (IPA: /soʊˈhʊm/).
Sohum is Sanskrit in Origin.
The baby name Sohum is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced SOH-hum (IPA: /soʊˈhʊm/).
Sohum is Sanskrit in Origin.
Sohum (pronounced so-hum) comes from Sanskrit so’ham, a sacred mantra meaning “I am That/He,” expressing the soul’s unity with the ultimate reality (Brahman). Central in Advaita Vedānta and breath-centered meditation, it’s chanted with the natural inhale-exhale (so–ham) and also appears in texts and yogic practice as “So Ham.” The name carries connotations of self-awareness, serenity, and nondual insight.
As a given name, Sohum is used across India and the global Indian diaspora, with notable growth from the late 20th century. It is primarily masculine but sometimes chosen as unisex. Common variants include Soham and So’ham; “So Hum” is a transliteration used in yoga contexts. Related-sounding Sohan is a different name with a separate meaning. Sohum suits families seeking a contemplative, philosophical resonance.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | Boys | 2023 | #304 | 6 | 2,601 |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #368 | 2 | 8,477 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #517 | 2 | 9,861 |
| BD | Boys | 0 | #605 | 1 | 10,045 |
| IN | Girls | 0 | #654 | 1 | 13,121 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #882 | 11 | 7,044 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,037 | 3 | 16,750 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,272 | 1 | 25,619 |
Sohum is popular in 7 countries — most recent births per country:
Did we miss something about this name? Let us know!