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UK girl's name

Shrishti

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "creation" or "universe".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Shrishti is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shrishti popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5730, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 4 births.

This profile covers 10 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2011 to 2015. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 10 living people in the UK are called Shrishti. 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 2016 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Shrishti ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2011, when 4 girls were registered as Shrishti.
  • About 10 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shrishti as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5730

2015

Births in 2015

3

Latest year

Peak year

2011

4 births

Estimated living

10

2026

Meaning

What does Shrishti mean?

The name Shrishti originates from the Sanskrit language, one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages that dates back to around the 2nd millennium BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Sristi," which means "creation" or "universe." The name is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and philosophy.

In Hindu tradition, Shrishti is associated with the concept of the creation of the universe. According to ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas, Shrishti is the divine act of creation performed by the supreme deity, often referred to as Brahma, the creator of the universe.

The name Shrishti is mentioned in several ancient Hindu texts, including the Rigveda, one of the oldest and most revered scriptures of Hinduism, composed between 1500 and 1000 BCE. The Rigveda contains hymns and prayers dedicated to various deities, including Brahma, the creator god.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Shrishti can be found in the epic poem Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. The Mahabharata narrates the story of a great battle between two families, the Pandavas and the Kauravas, and includes numerous references to the concept of creation and the role of Brahma.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Shrishti. One of the most famous was Shrishti Devi, a renowned Hindu mystic and spiritual teacher who lived in the 16th century CE. She is revered for her devotional poetry and her teachings on the path of bhakti, or devotional love for the divine.

Another notable figure was Shrishti Mukherjee, an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who lived from 1925 to 2004. She is credited with reviving and popularizing the traditional dance form of Kathak, and her performances and teachings have had a profound impact on the world of Indian dance.

Shrishti Bakshi, born in 1977, is a contemporary Indian entrepreneur and activist. She is the founder of several successful social enterprises focused on empowering women and promoting sustainable development in rural communities.

Shrishti Sharma, born in 1987, is an Indian author and journalist known for her critically acclaimed works exploring themes of identity, gender, and societal issues. Her debut novel, "Tilt Pause Shift," received widespread acclaim and established her as a prominent voice in contemporary Indian literature.

Shrishti Arora, born in 1991, is an Indian-American activist and advocate for gender equality and women's rights. She has been recognized for her efforts in raising awareness about issues such as sexual harassment, domestic violence, and workplace discrimination, and has been featured in various media outlets for her advocacy work.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Shrishti over time

The chart below shows babies named Shrishti registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2011 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Shrishti, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Shrishti
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Decades

Shrishti by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shrishti 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
2010s #5412 10 3

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FAQ

Shrishti: questions and answers

How popular is the name Shrishti in the UK right now?

In 2015, Shrishti was ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Shrishti most popular?

The peak year on record was 2011, with 4 babies registered as Shrishti in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Shrishti?

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "creation" or "universe".

How many people are called Shrishti in the UK?

A total of 10 babies have been registered as Shrishti across the 3 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.