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UK boy's name

Akarsh

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "one who attracts or charms".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Akarsh is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Akarsh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4747, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 4 births.

This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2012 to 2015. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Akarsh. 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 2016 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Akarsh ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2012, when 4 boys were registered as Akarsh.
  • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Akarsh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4747

2015

Births in 2015

3

Latest year

Peak year

2012

4 births

Estimated living

7

2026

Meaning

What does Akarsh mean?

The name Akarsh has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that dates back to around the 2nd millennium BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "akarsha," which means "attraction" or "charisma." This suggests that the name may have been given to children with the hope that they would possess a magnetic personality and charm.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Akarsh can be found in the Mahabharata, a revered Hindu epic poem that is believed to have been composed between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE. In this ancient text, Akarsh is mentioned as the name of a minor character, though details about their role and significance are scarce.

Throughout the centuries, the name Akarsh has been borne by several notable individuals. One of the earliest recorded figures was Akarsh Mishra, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in India during the 12th century CE. His works, which focused on grammar, philosophy, and poetry, were highly influential in his time and continue to be studied by scholars to this day.

Another prominent figure with the name Akarsh was Akarsh Narayan, a 16th-century Hindu philosopher and spiritual leader. Narayan was known for his teachings on Advaita Vedanta, a school of Hindu philosophy that emphasizes the unity of all existence. His writings and discourses attracted followers from across India and beyond.

In more recent times, Akarsh Khurana, an Indian actor and model born in 1987, has gained popularity for his roles in various Bollywood films and television shows. Khurana's charismatic on-screen presence has earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.

Akarsh Mukhi, born in 1979, is another notable individual with this name. Mukhi is an accomplished Indian author and journalist who has written several books and articles on topics ranging from politics and social issues to popular culture. His insightful commentary and unique perspective have garnered him widespread recognition.

Finally, Akarsh Bhatt, a Indian-American entrepreneur born in 1985, has made a name for himself in the tech industry. Bhatt co-founded a successful software startup that was later acquired by a major technology company. His innovative approach and leadership skills have been widely praised in the business world.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Akarsh over time

The chart below shows babies named Akarsh registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Akarsh, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Akarsh
01234201220132015

Decades

Akarsh by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Akarsh 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 #4367 7 2

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FAQ

Akarsh: questions and answers

How popular is the name Akarsh in the UK right now?

In 2015, Akarsh was ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Akarsh most popular?

The peak year on record was 2012, with 4 babies registered as Akarsh in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Akarsh?

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "one who attracts or charms".

How many people are called Akarsh in the UK?

A total of 7 babies have been registered as Akarsh 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.