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UK boy's name

Deepesh

An Indian masculine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "light" or "lamp".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Deepesh is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Deepesh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2943, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1999 to 1999. 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.

Deepesh is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Deepesh. 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 2000 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Deepesh ranked #2943 for boys in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1999, when 3 boys were registered as Deepesh.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Deepesh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2943

1999

Births in 1999

3

Latest year

Peak year

1999

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Deepesh mean?

Deepesh is a given name of Indian origin, deriving from the Sanskrit word "Deepa," which means "lamp" or "light." The name is rooted in Hindu culture and has been in use for centuries.

The earliest known reference to the name Deepesh can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures, where it was often associated with wisdom, enlightenment, and the pursuit of knowledge. In these texts, the name was sometimes used metaphorically to represent the light of knowledge that dispels the darkness of ignorance.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Deepesh was a renowned scholar and philosopher from the 7th century CE. Deepesh Shastri was a prolific writer and commentator on various Hindu philosophical texts, including the Vedas and the Upanishads. His works were widely studied and revered during his time and continue to be influential in Hindu thought.

In the 12th century, a notable figure named Deepesh Acharya emerged as a prominent teacher and spiritual guide. Acharya was known for his deep understanding of Hindu rituals and traditions, and he played a significant role in preserving and promoting the study of ancient Sanskrit texts.

During the Mughal era, which spanned the 16th to 19th centuries, a famous poet and mystic named Deepesh Mir gained widespread recognition for his beautiful and profound poetry. His works often explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and his influence can still be felt in the literary traditions of South Asia.

In more recent history, Deepesh Nayyar, born in 1931, was a renowned Indian economist and author. He served as the Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India and made significant contributions to the field of development economics. His work focused on issues such as globalization, economic liberalization, and the role of the state in economic development.

Deepesh Batra, born in 1964, is a prominent Indian businessman and entrepreneur. He is the founder and chairman of the Batra Group, a diversified conglomerate operating in various sectors, including hospitality, real estate, and information technology. Batra is known for his philanthropic efforts and has received several awards for his contributions to society.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Deepesh throughout history. The name continues to be popular in India and among the Indian diaspora, carrying with it a rich cultural heritage and a connection to the ancient Sanskrit roots from which it originated.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Deepesh by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Deepesh 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
1990s #2943 3 1

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FAQ

Deepesh: questions and answers

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

In 1999, Deepesh was ranked #2943 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Deepesh most popular?

The peak year on record was 1999, with 3 babies registered as Deepesh in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Deepesh?

An Indian masculine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "light" or "lamp".

How many people are called Deepesh in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Deepesh 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.