Declining since 2011, #1,668 for boys today.
Popularity of Aarush since 2002
Babies named Aarush per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 536 |
| 2010s | 1,860 |
| 2020s | 664 |
Meaning & origin
Aarush has been used in the U.S. since 2002, when it first appeared in Social Security records. Its popularity peaked in 2010, and since 2011 it has been on a gradual decline, falling to a rank of 1,668 in 2025 with a frequency of 1 in 17,253 births. The name has seen consistent use in states with large Indian-American populations, including New Jersey, Texas, and California. Its grounding in Sanskrit and association with sunlight make it a meaningful choice within Hindu families, while its straightforward pronunciation has helped it cross over into broader use. The trajectory suggests it remains a niche but steady presence in American naming.
Aarush derives from the Sanskrit root 'arush' meaning 'red' or 'dawn', and is commonly interpreted as 'first ray of the sun'. The name has been used in India for centuries, particularly in Hindu families where names associated with light and sunrise are considered auspicious. It gained popularity in the United States starting in the early 2000s, reflecting the Indian diaspora's naming traditions.
Where Aarush is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aarush” around the world
Where Aarush lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Ireland
8
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aru, Rush
Sibling names for Aarush
Names that share Aarush's style, for a brother or sister.
