Ansh
Ansh is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Portion, part, element, or divine share.
Origin and history
Ansh is a male name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'portion', 'part', or 'element'. It is derived from an ancient root often associated with a divine share or portion. In the United States, it has seen steady use within Indian-American communities over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,244 babies in the United States have been named Ansh since 1880. It ranks #2730 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1433.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.1 %)
- NJ (23.4 %)
- TX (12 %)
- IL (10 %)
- GA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 21 |
| 2000-2010 | 593 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,126 |
| 2020-2029 | 504 |
Fun facts
- The root 'Aṁśa' appears in ancient Sanskrit literature denoting a portion, share, or divine particle.
- Ansh has gained popularity in the United States since the late 1990s, with over 500 births recorded between 2020 and 2025.