UK girl's name
Arohi
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "arising" or "ascending".
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.
Arohi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Arohi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 7 births.
This profile covers 27 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2014 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 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 27 living people in the UK are called Arohi. 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
- • Arohi ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 7 girls were registered as Arohi.
- • About 27 living people in the UK are estimated to have Arohi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
7 births
Estimated living
27
2026
Meaning
What does Arohi mean?
Arohi is a Sanskrit name that originated in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "aroha," which means "rising" or "ascending." The name is believed to have been in use since the Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500-500 BCE.
In Hindu mythology, Arohi is mentioned as the name of a celestial nymph or apsara. These apsaras were beautiful, supernatural female beings who were skilled in dance and music. They were often depicted as accompanying the gods and goddesses in the heavenly realms.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Arohi can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic composed between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE. In this epic, Arohi is mentioned as the name of a princess who was married to King Parikshit, the grandson of Arjuna, one of the central characters of the Mahabharata.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Arohi. One such person was Arohi Devi (1455-1520), a Sanskrit poet and scholar from the Rajput kingdom of Mewar in present-day Rajasthan, India. She was renowned for her poetic works, which included compositions in praise of the Hindu deity Krishna.
Another notable Arohi was Arohi Narayanan (1925-2001), an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She was a pioneer in the field of Bharatanatyam, a major form of classical Indian dance, and played a significant role in its revival and popularization in the 20th century.
In the field of modern literature, Arohi Lakhanpal (1954-2019) was a renowned Indian author and playwright. Her works often explored themes of feminism, social issues, and the complexities of human relationships. Some of her notable plays include "Malhaari," "Drishyam," and "Maro Gaam Kathaa Pedaavyo."
Arohi Aalam (born 1985) is a contemporary Indian fashion designer and entrepreneur. She is the founder of the clothing brand "Aara," which is known for its fusion of traditional Indian craftsmanship with modern designs. Her work has been showcased at various fashion events and exhibitions around the world.
Finally, Arohi Samant (born 1992) is an Indian classical vocalist and performer. She is trained in the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana, a prominent musical lineage in Hindustani classical music. Arohi has performed at numerous music festivals and concerts, both in India and internationally.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Arohi over time
The chart below shows babies named Arohi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 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 Arohi, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Arohi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Arohi 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 | #5780 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4899 | 21 | 5 |
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- Amber 31,922
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- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Arohi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Arohi in the UK right now?
In 2024, Arohi was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Arohi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 7 babies registered as Arohi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Arohi?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "arising" or "ascending".
How many people are called Arohi in the UK?
A total of 27 babies have been registered as Arohi 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.