A 1980s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Arash since 1972
Babies named Arash per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 129 |
| 1980s | 333 |
| 1990s | 203 |
| 2000s | 97 |
| 2010s | 113 |
| 2020s | 98 |
Meaning & origin
Arash is a Persian name with deep roots in mythology and a clear, straightforward meaning: truthfulness. In the United States, it first appeared on the baby naming charts in 1972 and saw its highest usage in 1982, the peak year when it ranked highest. Since 2010, the name has been on a rising trajectory, reflecting growing interest in Persian names among American families. The name is most common in California, where the largest Persian-American communities reside. With 1 in every 85,404 boys receiving the name in 2025, Arash remains a distinctive choice that connects a child to a rich cultural heritage.
Arash is a Persian name meaning 'truthful' or 'righteous,' from the Middle Persian root ar- (truth). In Persian mythology, Arash is the name of a legendary archer who, in a tale recorded in the Shahnameh, shot an arrow to define the border between Iran and Turan. The name has been used in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities for centuries and gained modest use in the United States beginning in the 1970s.
Where Arash is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arry, Ash
Sibling names for Arash
Names that share Arash's style, for a brother or sister.
