UK boy's name
Ashmit
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "from a stone".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ashmit is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ashmit popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3208, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2005 to 2005. 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.
Ashmit is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Ashmit. 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 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ashmit ranked #3208 for boys in England and Wales in 2005, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 4 boys were registered as Ashmit.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ashmit as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3208
2005
Births in 2005
4
Latest year
Peak year
2005
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Ashmit mean?
The name Ashmit is of Hindu origin, derived from the Sanskrit words "ashma," meaning "stone," and "mitra," meaning "friend." It is believed to have originated in ancient India, possibly during the Vedic period (c. 1500–500 BCE).
The earliest recorded instances of the name Ashmit can be traced back to the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, where it was mentioned as the name of a warrior. In this epic, Ashmit was described as a skilled archer and a loyal companion to one of the central characters.
During the medieval period, the name Ashmit gained popularity among the ruling classes and nobility in various parts of the Indian subcontinent. One notable figure who bore this name was Ashmit Raj, a 12th-century ruler of the Chauhan dynasty, who was renowned for his military prowess and his patronage of the arts.
In the 16th century, Ashmit Devi, a Hindu princess from the Rajput clan, was celebrated for her beauty, intellect, and courage. She is said to have played a pivotal role in defending her kingdom against invading forces.
Another prominent individual with the name Ashmit was Ashmit Singh, a 19th-century warrior and leader from the Sikh Empire. He was known for his bravery in battle and his unwavering loyalty to his people.
In more recent times, Ashmit Patel, an Indian-American businessman and philanthropist born in 1960, has made significant contributions to various charitable causes, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare.
While the name Ashmit is not as common today as it once was, it continues to be used in some parts of India and among the diaspora communities around the world. The name carries with it a rich historical significance, reflecting the valor, loyalty, and nobility associated with its ancient origins.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Ashmit by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ashmit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3208 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
Ashmit: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ashmit in the UK right now?
In 2005, Ashmit was ranked #3208 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Ashmit most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 4 babies registered as Ashmit in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ashmit?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "from a stone".
How many people are called Ashmit in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Ashmit 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.