UK girl's name
Aarushi
A Hindi origin name meaning "the first rays of the sun".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aarushi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aarushi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3318, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 15 births.
This profile covers 181 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 2002 to 2024. 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 47% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 180 living people in the UK are called Aarushi. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aarushi ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 15 girls were registered as Aarushi.
- • About 180 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aarushi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3318
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2014
15 births
Estimated living
180
2026
Meaning
What does Aarushi mean?
The name Aarushi is of Indian origin and is derived from the Sanskrit language. It is a relatively modern name, believed to have been coined in the 20th century.
The name Aarushi is a combination of two Sanskrit words: "Aaru" meaning "to begin" or "to arise", and "Shi" which means "a woman". Therefore, the name Aarushi can be interpreted to mean "a woman who is the beginning" or "a woman who arises".
While the name Aarushi itself does not have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or scriptures, its Sanskrit roots trace back to the ancient Indian language and culture. The name reflects the rich linguistic heritage of India and the significance of Sanskrit in shaping Indian names.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Aarushi can be found in the late 20th century. Aarushi Talwar (born 1994) was an Indian girl who was tragically murdered in 2008, at the age of 14. Her murder case gained significant media attention and sparked a nationwide debate on crime and justice in India.
Another notable person with the name Aarushi is Aarushi Sinha, an Indian actress and model. Born in 1991, she has appeared in several television shows and films, including the popular Hindi soap opera "Kundali Bhagya".
Aarushi Talwar (1994-2008) and Aarushi Sinha (born 1991) are two prominent individuals who have carried the name Aarushi, contributing to its recognition and popularity in India.
Additionally, Aarushi Walia is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer, known for her expertise in Kathak, a classical Indian dance form. She has performed extensively both in India and internationally.
Aarushi Grover is an Indian fashion designer and entrepreneur. She founded the clothing brand "Aarushi Grover Label" and has been recognized for her innovative and sustainable fashion designs.
Aarushi Ahluwalia is an Indian-American actress and model. She has appeared in several television shows and films, both in India and the United States, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
These individuals, spanning various fields such as entertainment, fashion, and dance, have helped to popularize the name Aarushi and contribute to its diverse representation across different sectors.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aarushi over time
The chart below shows babies named Aarushi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aarushi, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aarushi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aarushi 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 | #2953 | 33 | 4 |
| 2010s | #2690 | 96 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3225 | 52 | 8 |
Related
Names similar to Aarushi
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aarushi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aarushi in the UK right now?
In 2024, Aarushi was ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Aarushi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 15 babies registered as Aarushi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aarushi?
A Hindi origin name meaning "the first rays of the sun".
How many people are called Aarushi in the UK?
A total of 181 babies have been registered as Aarushi across the 22 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.