UK girl's name
Riyanshi
A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "daughter of a wealthy person".
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.
Riyanshi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Riyanshi 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 2017, with 6 births.
This profile covers 32 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2016 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 32 living people in the UK are called Riyanshi. 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
- • Riyanshi ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 6 girls were registered as Riyanshi.
- • About 32 living people in the UK are estimated to have Riyanshi 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
2017
6 births
Estimated living
32
2026
Meaning
What does Riyanshi mean?
The name Riyanshi is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. It is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the northern regions of India.
The name Riyanshi is believed to be a combination of two Sanskrit words: "Riya," meaning "beloved" or "darling," and "Anshi," meaning "part" or "portion." Thus, the name can be interpreted as "a beloved part" or "a cherished portion," suggesting a deep affection and appreciation for the person bearing this name.
While the name itself does not have a long historical record, it reflects the rich cultural heritage of India and the influence of ancient Sanskrit on modern Indian naming traditions. Sanskrit, one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages, has played a significant role in shaping Indian literature, philosophy, and religious texts.
Although there are no known historical figures from ancient times with the name Riyanshi, the name has gained prominence in recent decades. Here are a few notable individuals who have borne this name:
1. Riyanshi Raj, an Indian actress and model born in 1995. She has appeared in various television commercials and music videos.
2. Riyanshi Chheda, an Indian tennis player born in 2002. She has represented India at various international tournaments and has won several titles in her junior career.
3. Riyanshi Jain, an Indian badminton player born in 2001. She has won multiple national and international tournaments in various age categories.
4. Riyanshi Parkash, an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She has performed and taught Kathak, one of the major classical dance forms of India.
5. Riyanshi Kapoor, an Indian actress and model who has appeared in various television shows and web series.
While the name Riyanshi is relatively new in the grand scheme of Indian naming traditions, it has gained popularity and recognition in recent times, reflecting the dynamic and evolving nature of Indian culture and society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Riyanshi over time
The chart below shows babies named Riyanshi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2016 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 Riyanshi, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Riyanshi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Riyanshi 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 | #4190 | 19 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4685 | 13 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Riyanshi
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Riyanshi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Riyanshi in the UK right now?
In 2024, Riyanshi was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Riyanshi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 6 babies registered as Riyanshi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Riyanshi?
A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "daughter of a wealthy person".
How many people are called Riyanshi in the UK?
A total of 32 babies have been registered as Riyanshi across the 7 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.