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UK girl's name

Dhrisha

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "patient, forbearing, persevering.".

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.

Dhrisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Dhrisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 6 births.

This profile covers 27 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2017 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 67% 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 Dhrisha. 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

  • Dhrisha ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2022, when 6 girls were registered as Dhrisha.
  • About 27 living people in the UK are estimated to have Dhrisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4843

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2022

6 births

Estimated living

27

2026

Meaning

What does Dhrisha mean?

The name Dhrisha is believed to have originated from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that emerged in the Indian subcontinent around the 2nd millennium BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "dhrish," which means "to dare" or "to be bold." The name is thought to have been given to individuals who exhibited courage, strength, and resilience.

In ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads, there are references to characters with similar names, although the exact spelling may vary. For instance, the name Dhristi appears in the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics, and is associated with a character known for her wisdom and spiritual insight.

The earliest recorded use of the name Dhrisha can be traced back to the 6th century BCE, when it was found inscribed on ancient stone carvings and pottery fragments unearthed in various archaeological sites across the Indian subcontinent. This suggests that the name was in use during the period of the Indus Valley Civilization, one of the earliest urban civilizations in the world.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Dhrisha. One of the earliest was Dhrisha Acharya, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 8th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the field of Advaita Vedanta, a school of Hindu philosophy that emphasizes the non-dual nature of reality.

Another influential figure was Dhrisha Kavindra, a celebrated poet and playwright who lived during the 11th century CE in the Chola Empire, which ruled over parts of modern-day South India. His works were widely acclaimed for their lyrical beauty and profound insights into human nature.

In the 14th century, Dhrisha Siromani was a prominent astrologer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of astronomical calculations. Her works were widely studied and referenced by scholars across the Indian subcontinent.

During the 16th century, Dhrisha Narayana was a renowned artist and sculptor who was patronized by the Vijayanagar Empire. His intricate carvings and sculptures, adorning temples and palaces, are still celebrated for their artistic excellence.

In more recent times, Dhrisha Devi was a prominent freedom fighter and social reformer who played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was recognized for her tireless efforts in promoting women's education and empowerment.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Dhrisha over time

The chart below shows babies named Dhrisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2017 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 Dhrisha, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Dhrisha
02356201720202024

Decades

Dhrisha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Dhrisha 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 #4092 15 3
2010s #4711 12 3

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FAQ

Dhrisha: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Dhrisha was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Dhrisha most popular?

The peak year on record was 2022, with 6 babies registered as Dhrisha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Dhrisha?

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "patient, forbearing, persevering.".

How many people are called Dhrisha in the UK?

A total of 27 babies have been registered as Dhrisha across the 6 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.