Ashish
Ashish is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Blessing, benediction, or prayer of goodwill.
Origin and history
Ashish is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'blessing' or 'benediction'. It is a widely used traditional name across India and within South Asian diaspora communities. In the United States, it has been moderately used since the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
903 babies in the United States have been named Ashish since 1880. It ranks #3775 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1910.
States where it is most popular
- CA (46.8 %)
- NY (20.1 %)
- IL (15.1 %)
- NJ (10.8 %)
- PA (3.6 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 201 |
| 1980-1990 | 225 |
| 1990-2000 | 178 |
| 2000-2010 | 205 |
| 2010-2019 | 70 |
| 2020-2029 | 17 |
Famous people named Ashish
- Ashish Vidyarthi: Actor
Fun facts
- The name stems from the ancient Sanskrit word 'Aashish', which refers to a divine blessing or a prayer for well-being.