A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Ashish since 1968
Babies named Ashish per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2000, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ashish's real moment was 1977.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 201 |
| 1980s | 225 |
| 1990s | 178 |
| 2000s | 205 |
| 2010s | 70 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Ashish, a Sanskrit name meaning 'blessing' or 'wish', has been in use in the United States since at least 1968. Its peak year of popularity was 1977, when it reached its highest recorded usage, though it has never broken into the top 1000 nationally. The name's trajectory has been rising since 2020, suggesting renewed interest among parents seeking meaningful, cross‑cultural names. As a revival name from the 1970s, Ashish reflects the broader trend of embracing names from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Although it does not appear in the top states list, its consistent if modest usage across the country points to a steady, if niche, appeal.
Ashish derives from the Sanskrit आशीः (āśīḥ), meaning 'blessing' or 'wish'. It is a common given name in India and among the Indian diaspora, often used by Hindu families. The name has been in consistent use since the mid‑20th century and remains popular for boys.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ashi, Ash
Variants: Aashish, Ashis
Sibling names for Ashish
Names that share Ashish's style, for a brother or sister.
