UK girl's name
Sashi
An informal Hindi surname or feminine name meaning "moon" or "moonlight".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sashi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sashi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5545, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2008 to 2008. 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.
Sashi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Sashi. 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 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sashi ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 girls were registered as Sashi.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sashi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5545
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Sashi mean?
The name Sashi has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that served as the primary liturgical language of Hinduism. Sashi is derived from the Sanskrit word "shashi," meaning moon or night. It is believed to have been in use since ancient times, particularly in regions where Sanskrit was widely spoken, such as the Indian subcontinent.
In Hindu mythology, there are references to the moon being called "Sashi" or "Shashi." The moon holds great significance in many Hindu beliefs and rituals, often associated with fertility, beauty, and the divine feminine energy. The name Sashi, therefore, carries a connection to this celestial body and its symbolic meanings.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sashi can be found in the epic Sanskrit poem, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In this ancient text, Sashi is mentioned as a name used by characters, indicating its usage during that time period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Sashi. One prominent example is Sashi Mukherjee (1918-2011), an Indian freedom fighter who played a significant role in the struggle for India's independence from British rule. Another is Sashi Tharoor (born 1956), an Indian author, diplomat, and politician who has served as a member of parliament.
In the field of literature, Sashi Deshpande (born 1938) is a celebrated Indian novelist and short story writer, known for her works that explore the complexities of modern Indian society and the lives of women.
In the realm of sports, Sashi Menon (born 1975) is an accomplished Indian chess player who has won numerous international tournaments and held the title of Woman Grandmaster.
Sashi Kapoor (1938-2017) was a renowned Indian actor and film producer who left an indelible mark on Hindi cinema with his versatile performances and cinematic contributions.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Sashi throughout history, each making their mark in various fields and contributing to their respective cultures and societies.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Sashi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sashi 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 | #5545 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Sashi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sashi in the UK right now?
In 2008, Sashi was ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sashi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Sashi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sashi?
An informal Hindi surname or feminine name meaning "moon" or "moonlight".
How many people are called Sashi in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Sashi 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.