Ayush
Ayush is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Age, lifespan, or long life.
Origin and history
Ayush is a traditional name of Sanskrit origin that means age, lifespan, or longevity. It is widely used in Indian communities and has maintained a steady, moderate presence in the United States since the late 1990s. The name carries strong positive associations with good health and long life.
Popularity in the United States
2,056 babies in the United States have been named Ayush since 1880. It ranks #2849 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1721.
States where it is most popular
- CA (34.2 %)
- NJ (16.1 %)
- TX (13.7 %)
- NY (8.2 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 77 |
| 2000-2010 | 980 |
| 2010-2019 | 793 |
| 2020-2029 | 206 |
Fun facts
- The term shares its root with Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, where 'ayu' signifies life or lifespan.
- More than 2,000 boys in the United States have been given the name Ayush since 1880.