UK boy's name
Trishan
A variant spelling of the Indian name Trisha, meaning star or night star.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Trishan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Trishan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 5 births.
This profile covers 33 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 2007 to 2023. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 33 living people in the UK are called Trishan. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Trishan ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 5 boys were registered as Trishan.
- • About 33 living people in the UK are estimated to have Trishan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
5 births
Estimated living
33
2026
Meaning
What does Trishan mean?
The name Trishan has its roots in the Sanskrit language, originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have emerged around the 5th century CE, during the classical period of Indian history. The name is derived from the combination of two Sanskrit words: "tri," meaning three, and "shan," meaning prosperity or happiness.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Trishan can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often used to refer to deities or characters associated with auspiciousness and fortune. In particular, the name appears in the Puranas, a vast collection of Hindu mythological and religious literature composed between the 3rd and 10th centuries CE.
The name Trishan gained popularity across various regions of the Indian subcontinent, including present-day India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. It was embraced by both Hindu and Buddhist communities, with each culture ascribing its own symbolic meanings and interpretations to the name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Trishan. One of the earliest recorded figures was Trishan Gupta, a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived during the 6th century CE. His contributions to the field of mathematics and astronomy were significant, and he is credited with developing advanced methods for calculating planetary motions and eclipses.
Another prominent figure was Trishan Acharya, a revered Hindu philosopher and spiritual leader who lived in the 12th century CE. His teachings and writings on Advaita Vedanta, a non-dualistic branch of Hindu philosophy, had a profound impact on the religious and intellectual landscape of his time.
In the realm of literature, Trishan Kaviraj was a celebrated Bengali poet and writer who lived during the 16th century CE. His works, including the epic poem "Govinda-Lilamrita," are regarded as masterpieces of medieval Bengali literature and continue to be studied and appreciated today.
The name Trishan also found its way into the royal lineages of ancient India. One notable example is Trishan Singh, a ruler of the Rajput kingdom of Mewar in the 16th century CE. He is remembered for his bravery and military prowess in defending his kingdom against Mughal invasions.
In more recent times, Trishan Patel was an Indian freedom fighter and social reformer who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement during the early 20th century. He dedicated his life to advocating for human rights, social justice, and the upliftment of marginalized communities.
While the name Trishan has its origins in Sanskrit and ancient Indian culture, it has transcended borders and gained popularity across various regions and communities worldwide. Its enduring presence throughout history serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diversity of names that have shaped human societies.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Trishan over time
The chart below shows babies named Trishan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Trishan, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Trishan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Trishan 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 | #4496 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4166 | 23 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
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- Tom 9,822
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FAQ
Trishan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Trishan in the UK right now?
In 2023, Trishan was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Trishan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 5 babies registered as Trishan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Trishan?
A variant spelling of the Indian name Trisha, meaning star or night star.
How many people are called Trishan in the UK?
A total of 33 babies have been registered as Trishan across the 9 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.