UK boy's name
Tanish
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "glory" or "renowned".
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.
Tanish is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Tanish popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2671, with 8 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 14 births.
This profile covers 145 England and Wales registrations across 20 recorded years from 1999 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 57% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 144 living people in the UK are called Tanish. 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
- • Tanish ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 8 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 14 boys were registered as Tanish.
- • About 144 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tanish as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2671
2024
Births in 2024
8
Latest year
Peak year
2012
14 births
Estimated living
144
2026
Meaning
What does Tanish mean?
The given name Tanish finds its origins in the Persian language, tracing back to the ancient Persians who inhabited the region now known as Iran and parts of Central Asia during the first millennium BCE. The name is derived from the Persian word "tani," which means "body" or "physique," suggesting a connection to physical strength or vigor.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tanish can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, composed by the renowned poet Ferdowsi around 1010 CE. In this literary masterpiece, Tanish is mentioned as the name of a minor character, hinting at the name's use during that era.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Tanish. One such figure was Tanish Khan (1548-1628), a prominent military general who served under the Mughal Empire in India during the reign of Akbar the Great. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him a reputation as a formidable warrior.
Another historical figure with the name Tanish was Tanish al-Hazmi (1875-1949), a renowned Arabian poet and scholar from the Hejaz region of present-day Saudi Arabia. His poetic works, which celebrated Arabian culture and traditions, earned him widespread acclaim throughout the Arabian Peninsula.
In the realm of literature, Tanish Kapur (1912-1988) was an influential Indian writer and playwright who contributed significantly to the development of modern Punjabi literature. His plays and short stories explored themes of social justice and human struggles, earning him critical acclaim.
The name Tanish also found its way into the world of art and culture. Tanish Gupta (1926-2005) was a celebrated Indian classical musician and exponent of the Hindustani vocal tradition. His mastery of intricate ragas and his ability to captivate audiences with his soulful renditions made him a revered figure in the realm of Indian classical music.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Tanish, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and diverse presence across various fields and regions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tanish over time
The chart below shows babies named Tanish registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 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 Tanish, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 8 births in 2024, compared with 14 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tanish by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tanish 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 | #3189 | 30 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2835 | 73 | 9 |
| 2000s | #2287 | 39 | 5 |
| 1990s | #2943 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Tanish
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Tanish: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tanish in the UK right now?
In 2024, Tanish was ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales, with 8 births registered.
When was Tanish most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 14 babies registered as Tanish in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tanish?
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "glory" or "renowned".
How many people are called Tanish in the UK?
A total of 145 babies have been registered as Tanish across the 20 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.