Yash
Yash is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Fame, glory, success, or splendor.
Origin and history
Yash is a male name of Sanskrit origin that means glory, fame, or success. It is a very popular name in India and among the South Asian diaspora. In the United States, it has been used steadily as a given name since the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
2,764 babies in the United States have been named Yash since 1880. It ranks #2459 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1572.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.7 %)
- NJ (20.3 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- IL (9.4 %)
- NY (9.3 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 14 |
| 1990-2000 | 330 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,295 |
| 2010-2019 | 765 |
| 2020-2029 | 355 |
Famous people named Yash
- Yash Chopra: Film Director, Producer
- Yash Pal: Physicist, Educator
Fun facts
- The name derives directly from the Sanskrit word 'Yashas', which represents honor and prestige.
- The name gained notable traction in the United States starting in the 1990s.