UK boy's name
Umesh
A masculine Hindu name meaning "a brilliant one" or "whose glory is brilliant".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2001. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Umesh is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Umesh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2001 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3134, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2001 to 2001. 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.
Umesh is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Umesh. 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 2002 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Umesh ranked #3134 for boys in England and Wales in 2001, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 3 boys were registered as Umesh.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Umesh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3134
2001
Births in 2001
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Umesh mean?
The name Umesh is derived from the Sanskrit language and has its origins in ancient India. It is a Hindu name that is believed to have been in use since the Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. The name is a combination of two Sanskrit words, "Uma" and "Isha," where "Uma" refers to the Hindu goddess Parvati, and "Isha" means lord or ruler.
Historically, the name Umesh has been associated with various Hindu deities and mythological figures. In the Sanskrit epic Mahabharata, one of the central characters is named Umesh, who is believed to be an avatar or incarnation of the Hindu god Shiva. Additionally, in the Hindu mythological texts, Umesh is often mentioned as an epithet or another name for Shiva himself, signifying his role as the lord of the universe.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Umesh can be found in ancient inscriptions and manuscripts dating back to the 7th century CE. During this period, several Hindu rulers and prominent figures bore this name, indicating its widespread popularity and cultural significance.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who carried the name Umesh. One of the most famous was Umesh Chandra Lekhak (1885-1971), a renowned Bengali writer and poet who made significant contributions to the literary world of Bengal. Another notable figure was Umesh Prasad Mukhopadhyay (1902-1981), an Indian historian and scholar who specialized in the study of ancient Indian history and culture.
In the field of music, Umesh Kashalkar (1923-2006) was a prominent Indian classical vocalist and exponent of the Agra gharana (musical lineage). His performances and contributions to the preservation of Indian classical music earned him numerous accolades and awards.
Umesh Kulkarni (1939-2005) was a celebrated Indian film director and screenwriter who worked primarily in the Marathi cinema industry. His films explored social and political themes and were critically acclaimed for their realistic and thought-provoking narratives.
Umesh Vinayak Kulkarni (born 1967) is a notable Indian lawyer and former judge who served as a judge of the Bombay High Court. He gained recognition for his principled stand on various legal issues and his commitment to upholding the rule of law.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Umesh throughout history, each making significant contributions in their respective fields and leaving a lasting impact on society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Umesh by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Umesh 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 | #3134 | 3 | 1 |
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- Umut 303
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FAQ
Umesh: questions and answers
How popular is the name Umesh in the UK right now?
In 2001, Umesh was ranked #3134 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Umesh most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 3 babies registered as Umesh in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Umesh?
A masculine Hindu name meaning "a brilliant one" or "whose glory is brilliant".
How many people are called Umesh in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Umesh 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.