UK boy's name
Yash
A Sanskrit masculine name meaning glory or success.
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.
Yash is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Yash popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #924, with 34 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 59 births.
This profile covers 876 England and Wales registrations across 29 recorded years from 1996 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 58% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 870 living people in the UK are called Yash. 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
- • Yash ranked #924 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 34 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 59 boys were registered as Yash.
- • About 870 living people in the UK are estimated to have Yash as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#924
2024
Births in 2024
34
Latest year
Peak year
2008
59 births
Estimated living
870
2026
Meaning
What does Yash mean?
The name Yash has its origins in the Sanskrit language, one of the oldest languages in the world, with roots dating back to around the 2nd millennium BCE in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "yash," which means glory, fame, or honor.
In Hindu mythology, Yash is also the name of a minor deity associated with prosperity, success, and wealth. This could explain the popularity of the name among Hindus, as it is believed to bring good fortune and positive energy to the bearer.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Yash can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas, where it is mentioned as a name for various characters and deities.
One of the earliest and most famous historical figures with the name Yash was Yashoda, the foster-mother of Lord Krishna in Hindu mythology. She is revered for her unconditional love and devotion to the young Krishna.
In the 16th century, Yash Pal, a prominent Rajput warrior and ruler of the Kachwaha clan, was known for his bravery and military prowess. He played a significant role in the struggle against the Mughal Empire.
Yash Chopra, an Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter, was a legendary figure in the Hindi film industry. He was born in 1932 and passed away in 2012, leaving behind a rich legacy of romantic and family-oriented films.
Yash Johar, born in 1929 and died in 2004, was a renowned Indian film producer and entrepreneur. He co-founded Dharma Productions, one of the most successful film production companies in Bollywood.
Yash Birla, an Indian industrialist and philanthropist, was born in 1968. He is the chairman of the Yash Birla Group, a conglomerate with diverse business interests, and is known for his philanthropic initiatives in education and healthcare.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have carried the name Yash, which has its roots in the ancient Sanskrit language and Hindu mythology, symbolizing glory, fame, and honor.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Yash over time
The chart below shows babies named Yash registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Yash, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 34 births in 2024, compared with 59 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Yash by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Yash 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 | #1145 | 127 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1039 | 295 | 10 |
| 2000s | #713 | 397 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1112 | 57 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Yash
- Yusuf 11,801
- Yahya 5,758
- Yunus 2,009
- Yaseen 1,799
- Yasin 1,797
- Yuvraj 1,605
- Yaqub 1,517
- Yousef 1,489
- Yousuf 1,454
- Yasir 1,056
- Youssef 749
- Yanis 666
FAQ
Yash: questions and answers
How popular is the name Yash in the UK right now?
In 2024, Yash was ranked #924 for boys in England and Wales, with 34 births registered.
When was Yash most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 59 babies registered as Yash in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Yash?
A Sanskrit masculine name meaning glory or success.
How many people are called Yash in the UK?
A total of 876 babies have been registered as Yash across the 29 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.