UK girl's name
Eshani
Feminine given name of Sanskrit origin meaning "queen" or "sovereign lady".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Eshani is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Eshani popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4056, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 6 births.
This profile covers 49 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2006 to 2023. 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 83% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 49 living people in the UK are called Eshani. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Eshani ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 6 girls were registered as Eshani.
- • About 49 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eshani as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4056
2023
Births in 2023
5
Latest year
Peak year
2009
6 births
Estimated living
49
2026
Meaning
What does Eshani mean?
Eshani is a given name with origins rooted in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language originating from the Indian subcontinent. The name itself is derived from the Sanskrit word "ishani," which translates to "ruler" or "controller." This linguistic connection suggests that the name Eshani likely holds connotations of power, authority, and leadership.
In Hindu mythology, Ishani is recognized as a Sanskrit name for the goddess Durga, who is revered as the embodiment of divine feminine power and the protector of the righteous. This association lends a spiritual and cultural significance to the name Eshani, linking it to the concepts of strength, courage, and the ability to overcome obstacles.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Eshani can be traced back to ancient Indian texts and inscriptions dating back several centuries. However, the precise origin and initial usage of the name remain shrouded in the mists of history, making it challenging to pinpoint an exact timeframe or geographical location.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Eshani, each leaving their mark in various fields. One such figure is Eshani Malhotra, an Indian actress and model born in 1990, known for her work in Bollywood films and television shows. Another prominent Eshani is Eshani Jokhi, an Indian tennis player born in 1997, who has represented her country in various international tournaments.
In the realm of literature, Eshani Dey is a contemporary Indian author and journalist, whose works have explored themes of identity, gender, and societal norms. Eshani Chakraborty, born in 1978, is a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer, renowned for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Indian dance forms.
Lastly, Eshani Ghosh, born in 1982, is an accomplished Indian architect and urban designer, whose innovative projects have garnered acclaim for their sustainable and community-centric approaches to urban planning and development.
These individuals, hailing from diverse backgrounds and fields, serve as exemplars of the name Eshani, each embodying the qualities of leadership, strength, and cultural richness that the name represents.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Eshani over time
The chart below shows babies named Eshani registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Eshani, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2023, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eshani by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eshani 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 | #4073 | 15 | 3 |
| 2010s | #5255 | 21 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4375 | 13 | 3 |
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- Ella 69,101
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- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Eshani: questions and answers
How popular is the name Eshani in the UK right now?
In 2023, Eshani was ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Eshani most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 6 babies registered as Eshani in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Eshani?
Feminine given name of Sanskrit origin meaning "queen" or "sovereign lady".
How many people are called Eshani in the UK?
A total of 49 babies have been registered as Eshani across the 12 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.