UK boy's name
Arshith
A masculine name of Hindu origin meaning "ray 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.
Arshith is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Arshith popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2024 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.
Arshith is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Arshith. 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
- • Arshith ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 3 boys were registered as Arshith.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Arshith as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2024
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Arshith mean?
The name Arshith is a modern variation of the traditional Sanskrit name Arshit, originating from ancient India. The Sanskrit language has its roots in the Vedic period, dating back to around 1500-500 BCE, and was widely used in the Indian subcontinent for religious and scholarly purposes.
The name Arshit is derived from the Sanskrit word "rishi," which means a sage or a wise person. It is believed that the name was given to individuals who were considered knowledgeable, learned, or possessed spiritual wisdom. The addition of the suffix "-th" in Arshith is likely a modern adaptation, potentially influenced by other regional languages or cultural influences.
While the name Arshith itself may not have appeared in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the root word "rishi" holds significant importance in Hindu scriptures, particularly the Vedas and the Upanishads. The Rishis were revered sages who played a crucial role in the composition and transmission of these sacred texts.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Arshit can be traced back to the 12th century CE. Arshit Vardhamana was a prominent Jain scholar and author from the Chahamana dynasty, who lived in the region of present-day Rajasthan, India. He wrote several influential texts on Jain philosophy and is celebrated for his contributions to the Jain literary tradition.
In the 15th century, Arshit Nagar was a well-known Sanskrit scholar and poet from the Vijayanagara Empire in southern India. He authored several works on Hindu mythology, grammar, and poetry, and his compositions were widely acclaimed during his time.
Moving forward, Arshit Singh was a notable figure in the 18th century. He was a Rajput warrior and chieftain from the princely state of Jaipur in Rajasthan. Arshit Singh played a significant role in defending the region against invasions and is remembered for his bravery and leadership.
In more recent history, Arshit Gangal was an Indian freedom fighter and revolutionary who actively participated in the Indian independence movement against British rule in the early 20th century. He was imprisoned multiple times for his involvement in the struggle for India's freedom.
Another notable individual with the name Arshit was Arshit Kapoor, an acclaimed Indian classical musician and sitar player. Born in 1935, he dedicated his life to mastering and promoting the sitar, an iconic Indian stringed instrument. Arshit Kapoor performed extensively both in India and internationally, contributing to the preservation and popularization of Indian classical music.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Arshith by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Arshith 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 | #5119 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Arshith: questions and answers
How popular is the name Arshith in the UK right now?
In 2024, Arshith was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Arshith most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 3 babies registered as Arshith in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Arshith?
A masculine name of Hindu origin meaning "ray of the sun".
How many people are called Arshith in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Arshith across the 1 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.