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UK girl's name

Vanisha

A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "a wanderer or gypsy".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Vanisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Vanisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5669, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 13 births.

This profile covers 93 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. 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 23% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 92 living people in the UK are called Vanisha. 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 2023 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Vanisha ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1996, when 13 girls were registered as Vanisha.
  • About 92 living people in the UK are estimated to have Vanisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5669

2022

Births in 2022

3

Latest year

Peak year

1996

13 births

Estimated living

92

2026

Meaning

What does Vanisha mean?

The name Vanisha is of Hindu origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "vanisha," which means "bamboo forest" or "bamboo grove." This name has been used in various parts of India for centuries.

The earliest recorded use of the name Vanisha can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often mentioned in connection with nature and the beauty of the natural world. In particular, it was associated with the peaceful and serene environments of bamboo forests.

One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Vanisha was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 8th century CE. Her works, which celebrated the beauty of nature and the wisdom of ancient Hindu teachings, were highly influential in her time and continue to be studied by scholars today.

Another notable figure named Vanisha was a highly skilled musician and dancer who lived during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. She was celebrated for her grace and talent, and her performances were said to have captivated audiences throughout the Mughal Empire.

In the 18th century, there was a Vanisha who was a prominent leader in the struggle for Indian independence. She played a crucial role in organizing protests and rallies against British colonial rule, and her fiery speeches inspired many to join the cause of freedom.

During the 20th century, a Vanisha who was born in 1925 became a renowned author and playwright. Her works explored themes of identity, social justice, and the complexities of human relationships. She was widely acclaimed for her powerful storytelling and her ability to capture the essence of the human experience.

Another notable Vanisha from the 20th century was a pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to the field of genetics. Born in 1935, she conducted groundbreaking research that helped to unlock the secrets of DNA and paved the way for many important medical breakthroughs.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Vanisha over time

The chart below shows babies named Vanisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Vanisha, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 13 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Vanisha
0371013199620092022

Decades

Vanisha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Vanisha 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 #5669 3 1
2010s #4674 22 5
2000s #3792 34 8
1990s #2227 34 4

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FAQ

Vanisha: questions and answers

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

In 2022, Vanisha was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Vanisha most popular?

The peak year on record was 1996, with 13 babies registered as Vanisha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Vanisha?

A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "a wanderer or gypsy".

How many people are called Vanisha in the UK?

A total of 93 babies have been registered as Vanisha across the 18 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.