UK boy's name
Aarsh
A Hindu masculine name meaning "ray of light" or "sunbeam".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aarsh is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aarsh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2009 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Aarsh. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aarsh ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 boys were registered as Aarsh.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aarsh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Aarsh mean?
The name Aarsh is of Sanskrit origin and is derived from the Sanskrit word "aarsh" which means "sage" or "wise person." The name has its roots in ancient Indian culture and can be traced back to the Vedic period, which spanned from approximately 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aarsh can be found in the ancient Hindu text, the Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a wise sage who imparted knowledge and wisdom to the Pandava princes. This highlights the connection between the name and the idea of wisdom and scholarly pursuits.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Aarsh. One of the earliest recorded figures was Aarsh Bhattacharya, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 8th century CE in the Indian subcontinent. His contributions to the field of literature and Sanskrit studies were significant during his time.
Another prominent figure with the name Aarsh was Aarsh Vidyalankar, a 12th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and is credited with developing advanced techniques for calculating planetary positions and eclipse predictions.
In the realm of religion, there was Aarsh Nath, a 15th-century Hindu saint and mystic who was known for his spiritual teachings and devotional poetry. His works and philosophy had a lasting impact on the religious and cultural landscape of the region.
Moving forward in time, Aarsh Chandra Gupta was a notable Indian freedom fighter who played a crucial role in the struggle for India's independence from British rule in the early 20th century. He was born in 1892 and dedicated his life to the cause of Indian nationalism and self-governance.
Lastly, Aarsh Sinha was a renowned Indian classical musician and vocalist who specialized in the Khyal style of Hindustani classical music. Born in 1924, he was recognized for his mastery of the art form and received numerous accolades and honors during his lifetime, including the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
The name Aarsh has a rich history and cultural significance, particularly in the Indian subcontinent, where it has been associated with wisdom, scholarship, spirituality, and artistic pursuits throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aarsh over time
The chart below shows babies named Aarsh registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aarsh, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aarsh by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aarsh was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4527 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Aarsh: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aarsh in the UK right now?
In 2022, Aarsh was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aarsh most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Aarsh in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aarsh?
A Hindu masculine name meaning "ray of light" or "sunbeam".
How many people are called Aarsh in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Aarsh across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.