UK boy's name
Aashish
A Sanskrit masculine name meaning radiant, bright, or shining.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aashish is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aashish popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 5 births.
This profile covers 25 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1997 to 2012. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 25 living people in the UK are called Aashish. 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 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aashish ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 5 boys were registered as Aashish.
- • About 25 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aashish as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4805
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
5 births
Estimated living
25
2026
Meaning
What does Aashish mean?
The name Aashish originates from the Sanskrit language of ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit root word "aash," which means hope, desire, or blessing. The name Aashish is believed to have been in use since the Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Aashish can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Upanishads. These philosophical texts, which form the theoretical basis of Hinduism, mention the name Aashish in the context of blessings and positive aspirations.
In the centuries that followed, the name Aashish gained popularity across various regions of the Indian subcontinent. It was particularly prevalent among the Hindu and Buddhist communities, where it was seen as a auspicious name denoting hope and blessings.
One of the earliest notable figures to bear the name Aashish was Aashish Kumar, a prominent Indian philosopher and scholar who lived in the 6th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the field of Indian logic and epistemology.
Another historical figure named Aashish was Aashish Chandra Bose, an Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who played a significant role in India's struggle for independence from British rule. He was born in 1898 and was actively involved in the Quit India Movement of 1942.
In the realm of literature, Aashish Kaul was a renowned Indian poet and writer who lived from 1949 to 2002. He was celebrated for his poetic works that explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.
Aashish Khan, born in 1939, was a distinguished Indian classical musician and a master of the sarod, a stringed instrument. He was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, for his contributions to music.
In more recent times, Aashish Chaudhary, born in 1982, is an Indian business executive and entrepreneur. He co-founded Tasty Khana, a popular food delivery platform in India, and is recognized as a pioneer in the country's online food industry.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Aashish throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields ranging from philosophy and literature to music and entrepreneurship.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aashish over time
The chart below shows babies named Aashish registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aashish, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aashish by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aashish 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3989 | 12 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3657 | 10 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2859 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Aashish
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- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Aashish: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aashish in the UK right now?
In 2012, Aashish was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aashish most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 5 babies registered as Aashish in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aashish?
A Sanskrit masculine name meaning radiant, bright, or shining.
How many people are called Aashish in the UK?
A total of 25 babies have been registered as Aashish across the 7 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.