UK boy's name
Utkarsh
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "excellence" or "height".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Utkarsh is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Utkarsh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4333, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2007 to 2007. 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.
Utkarsh is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Utkarsh. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Utkarsh ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 boys were registered as Utkarsh.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Utkarsh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4333
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Utkarsh mean?
The name Utkarsh has its origins in the Sanskrit language of ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Utkarsha," which means "excellence" or "superiority." The name is believed to have originated around the 5th century BCE during the Vedic period of Indian history.
In ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, the word "Utkarsha" is often used to signify the highest state of spiritual attainment or the ultimate goal of human existence. The name Utkarsh, therefore, carries connotations of aspiration, achievement, and the pursuit of excellence.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Utkarsh can be found in the Mahabharata, the ancient Indian epic composed between the 8th and 9th centuries BCE. In the epic, Utkarsh is mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandava prince Arjuna during the great Kurukshetra war.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Utkarsh. One of the most prominent was Utkarsh Arya (995-1063 CE), a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of trigonometry and the study of celestial movements.
Another notable bearer of the name was Utkarsh Mishra (1548-1624 CE), a revered Hindu scholar and philosopher who wrote extensively on the Vedanta school of Hindu philosophy. His works, such as the "Utkarsha-Vidya," were highly influential in shaping the intellectual discourse of his time.
In the 16th century, Utkarsh Singh (1532-1597 CE) was a celebrated warrior and military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar. His bravery and strategic acumen earned him a place in the annals of Mughal history.
More recently, Utkarsh Ambudkar (born 1984) is an American actor and rapper of Indian descent who has appeared in various television shows and films, including "Pitch Perfect" and "The Mindy Project."
Utkarsh Pandey (born 1991) is an Indian cricketer who has represented the Indian national team in various formats of the game, including Test matches and One Day Internationals.
The name Utkarsh continues to be popular among Indian families, particularly those with roots in the northern and central regions of the country. It serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and literary traditions of ancient India, while also embodying aspirations of excellence and achievement.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Utkarsh by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Utkarsh 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 | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Utkarsh: questions and answers
How popular is the name Utkarsh in the UK right now?
In 2007, Utkarsh was ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Utkarsh most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Utkarsh in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Utkarsh?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "excellence" or "height".
How many people are called Utkarsh in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Utkarsh 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.