UK boy's name
Harish
A masculine name of Hindu origin meaning "green" or "prosperous".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Harish is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Harish popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3048, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 15 births.
This profile covers 168 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. 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 40% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 167 living people in the UK are called Harish. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Harish ranked #3048 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 15 boys were registered as Harish.
- • About 167 living people in the UK are estimated to have Harish as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3048
2022
Births in 2022
6
Latest year
Peak year
2007
15 births
Estimated living
167
2026
Meaning
What does Harish mean?
The name Harish originates from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that has its roots in the Indian subcontinent. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Harish," which means "tawny" or "greenish-yellow" and is often associated with the color of the ocean or the sky.
In Hindu mythology, the name Harish is often associated with Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. Lord Vishnu is known to have taken various avatars or incarnations to save the world from evil forces. One of his avatars is called "Harishchandra," which means "tawny-hued" or "green-colored," and is considered an epitome of truthfulness and righteousness.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Harish can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. These texts contain stories and legends that mention individuals with the name Harish, highlighting their virtues and achievements.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Harish. One of the earliest known was Harish Chandra (7th century BCE), an ancient Indian king renowned for his unwavering commitment to truth and justice. His story is widely celebrated in Indian folklore and literature.
Another prominent figure was Harish Chandra Mukherjee (1824-1861), an Indian journalist and social reformer who played a significant role in the Bengal Renaissance movement. He was a pioneer in the field of journalism and a vocal advocate for women's education and the abolition of social evils like sati (widow burning).
Harish Chandra (1923-1983) was a renowned Indian mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to the field of general relativity and the study of black holes. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century and was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honor.
Harish Khare (born 1956) is an Indian journalist and political commentator who has served as the media advisor to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. He is known for his insightful analysis of Indian politics and has written extensively on issues of governance and public policy.
Harish Rawat (born 1948) is an Indian politician who has served as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand and has held various ministerial positions in the Indian government. He is known for his efforts in promoting education, healthcare, and infrastructure development in the state.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Harish over time
The chart below shows babies named Harish registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Harish, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2022, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Harish by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Harish 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 | #3333 | 16 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3183 | 59 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2301 | 75 | 10 |
| 1990s | #2278 | 18 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Harish
- Harry 141,693
- Henry 65,177
- Harrison 45,958
- Harvey 35,648
- Harley 22,095
- Hugo 18,779
- Hayden 12,622
- Hunter 10,350
- Hudson 9,104
- Hamza 8,564
- Hassan 5,982
- Hasan 3,599
FAQ
Harish: questions and answers
How popular is the name Harish in the UK right now?
In 2022, Harish was ranked #3048 for boys in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Harish most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 15 babies registered as Harish in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Harish?
A masculine name of Hindu origin meaning "green" or "prosperous".
How many people are called Harish in the UK?
A total of 168 babies have been registered as Harish across the 27 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.