UK boy's name
Aayush
Of Sanskrit origin, signifying life, longevity, and vigor.
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.
Aayush is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aayush popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2263, with 10 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 27 births.
This profile covers 336 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1996 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 37% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 334 living people in the UK are called Aayush. 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
- • Aayush ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 10 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 27 boys were registered as Aayush.
- • About 334 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aayush as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2263
2024
Births in 2024
10
Latest year
Peak year
2011
27 births
Estimated living
334
2026
Meaning
What does Aayush mean?
The name Aayush has its origins in the Sanskrit language and ancient Hindu culture of the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have emerged as a given name around the 5th century CE, during the classical period of India's history.
The name Aayush is derived from the Sanskrit word "Ayush," which translates to "life" or "lifespan." It is a compound word formed by the combination of the Sanskrit words "Ayu" (life) and "Shas" (to rule or govern). Thus, the name Aayush signifies one who governs or has control over their life or lifespan.
In ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and Upanishads, the concept of "Ayu" or life is deeply explored and revered. The name Aayush may have been bestowed upon individuals as a blessing for a long and fulfilling life.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aayush dates back to the 7th century CE. An Indian philosopher and scholar named Aayush Sharma is mentioned in historical records from that era, known for his contributions to the study of Hindu scriptures and philosophy.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Aayush. Aayush Srivastava (1942 - 2018) was a renowned Indian classical singer and composer, recognized for his expertise in the Khayal and Thumri styles of Hindustani music. Aayush Maheshwari (born 1983) is a contemporary Indian author and screenwriter, best known for his novels "Neti Neti" and "Chanakya's Immortal."
In the realm of sports, Aayush Khurrana (born 1988) is an Indian cricketer who has played domestic cricket for the Delhi team. Aayush Saxena (born 1991) is an Indian chess Grandmaster and former Commonwealth Champion.
Furthermore, the name Aayush gained popularity in the 20th century, with several notable individuals bearing the name, such as Aayush Sharma (born 1991), an Indian actor and model who made his acting debut in the 2018 film "Loveyatri."
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aayush over time
The chart below shows babies named Aayush registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Aayush, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 10 births in 2024, compared with 27 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aayush by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aayush 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 | #2285 | 52 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1510 | 173 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1806 | 100 | 9 |
| 1990s | #2542 | 11 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Aayush
- Alfie 86,546
- 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
Aayush: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aayush in the UK right now?
In 2024, Aayush was ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales, with 10 births registered.
When was Aayush most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 27 babies registered as Aayush in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aayush?
Of Sanskrit origin, signifying life, longevity, and vigor.
How many people are called Aayush in the UK?
A total of 336 babies have been registered as Aayush across the 27 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.