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UK boy's name

Darsh

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "sight" or "vision".

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.

Darsh is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Darsh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1235, with 22 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 27 births.

This profile covers 317 England and Wales registrations across 23 recorded years from 2002 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 81% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 315 living people in the UK are called Darsh. 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

  • Darsh ranked #1235 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 22 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2011, when 27 boys were registered as Darsh.
  • About 315 living people in the UK are estimated to have Darsh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#1235

2024

Births in 2024

22

Latest year

Peak year

2011

27 births

Estimated living

315

2026

Meaning

What does Darsh mean?

The name Darsh has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest languages in the world, dating back to around 1500 BCE. It is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit word "darsha," which means "sight" or "vision." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who were believed to have heightened spiritual awareness or insight.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Darsh can be found in ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads. These sacred scriptures contain numerous references to individuals with names derived from Sanskrit roots, including Darsh. However, the specific context and significance of these references are not entirely clear.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Darsh. One of the earliest known figures was Darsh Rishi, a renowned Hindu sage who is believed to have lived around the 5th century BCE. He is credited with authoring several Sanskrit texts and is revered in the Hindu tradition for his contributions to spiritual knowledge.

Another prominent figure was Darsh Pandit, a scholar and philosopher who lived in the 12th century CE in present-day India. He was known for his extensive knowledge of various subjects, including mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. His writings and teachings had a significant influence on the intellectual discourse of his time.

In the realm of literature, Darsh Sharma was a celebrated poet and writer who lived in the 16th century CE. His works, which were written in Sanskrit and Hindi, explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential poets of the medieval period in India.

In more recent times, Darsh Patel was an Indian independence activist and freedom fighter who played a crucial role in the struggle against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. He was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and participated in various non-violent protests and civil disobedience campaigns.

Lastly, Darsh Kumar was a renowned Indian mathematician and academician who lived in the late 20th century. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the areas of algebraic geometry and number theory. He was widely recognized for his achievements and received numerous honors and awards during his lifetime.

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Popularity

Darsh over time

The chart below shows babies named Darsh registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 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 Darsh, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 22 births in 2024, compared with 27 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Darsh
07142027200220132024

Decades

Darsh by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Darsh 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 #1812 75 5
2010s #1535 181 10
2000s #2600 61 8

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FAQ

Darsh: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Darsh was ranked #1235 for boys in England and Wales, with 22 births registered.

When was Darsh most popular?

The peak year on record was 2011, with 27 babies registered as Darsh in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Darsh?

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "sight" or "vision".

How many people are called Darsh in the UK?

A total of 317 babies have been registered as Darsh across the 23 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.