UK boy's name
Kaushal
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "skill" or "expertise".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kaushal is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kaushal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3651, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. 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.
Kaushal is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Kaushal. 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 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kaushal ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 boys were registered as Kaushal.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kaushal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3651
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Kaushal mean?
The name Kaushal traces its origins to the Sanskrit language, which flourished in ancient India during the Vedic period, dating back to around 1500-500 BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "kushal," which means skilled, proficient, or talented.
The earliest known reference to the name Kaushal can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Vedas and Upanishads. It was often used as a descriptive term to denote someone with exceptional abilities or expertise in a particular field.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Kaushal was Kaushal Brahmin, a celebrated scholar and philosopher who lived in the 5th century BCE. He was renowned for his contributions to the study of Hindu philosophy and his interpretations of the Vedas.
Another notable figure from history was Kaushal Rajput, a valiant warrior and chieftain from the Rajput clan in the 12th century CE. He was known for his bravery and leadership during the battles against invading forces in the region.
In the realm of literature, Kaushal Pandit was a prominent Sanskrit poet and scholar who lived in the 15th century CE. He authored several acclaimed works, including the "Kaushal Ratnavali," a collection of poetic compositions that explored themes of love, spirituality, and philosophy.
During the 16th century, Kaushal Singh was a revered ruler of the princely state of Bharatpur in present-day Rajasthan, India. He was celebrated for his just and benevolent rule, as well as his patronage of the arts and cultural traditions.
In more recent times, Kaushal Hirani was a renowned Indian musician and composer who lived from 1899 to 1972. He made significant contributions to the Hindustani classical music tradition and was widely respected for his mastery of the sitar.
While the name Kaushal has its origins in ancient Sanskrit and Hindu culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and is now found in various parts of the world, particularly among communities with Indian or South Asian roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Kaushal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kaushal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3651 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Kaushal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kaushal in the UK right now?
In 2004, Kaushal was ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kaushal most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Kaushal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kaushal?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "skill" or "expertise".
How many people are called Kaushal in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Kaushal 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.