shreyas

Shreyas is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin. It is widely used in India and among the Indian diaspora. The name derives from the Sanskrit noun shreyas, meaning merit, prosperity, auspiciousness, or excellence, and is often associated with virtue and success. In naming practice, Shreyas is typically treated as masculine, though transliteration variations exist (for example Shreyash). The corresponding feminine form is Shreya, which is common in many Indian languages.

Shreyas is used across various Indian languages and communities, reflecting the broad influence of Sanskrit on contemporary Indian onomastics. It is chosen for its positive connotations and is common among Hindus, as well as among members of other religious and cultural groups in India and the diaspora.

Notable people with the name include Shreyas Iyer, an Indian cricketer; Shreyas Talpade, an Indian actor and filmmaker; and Shreyas Gopal, an Indian cricketer.

See also Shreya, the feminine form of the name.