Declining since 2013, #3,240 for boys today.
Popularity of Darsh since 1998
Babies named Darsh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 179 |
| 2010s | 554 |
| 2020s | 285 |
Meaning & origin
Darsh is a modern name drawn from the Sanskrit root 'dṛś', meaning 'to see'. It entered official U.S. records in 1998 and saw its peak usage in 2013, after which its popularity began a gradual decline. As of the latest year (2025), it ranked 3,240th nationally, with roughly 1 in every 47,447 births receiving the name. The name is most commonly found in New Jersey and California, reflecting its prevalence among Indian-American communities. Darsh is distinguished by its compact sound and spiritual resonance, appealing to families seeking a name that combines Indian heritage with contemporary simplicity.
Darsh is a modern given name derived from the Sanskrit root 'dṛś' (to see), which appears in ancient texts including the Rigveda. In classical Sanskrit, 'darśa' means 'sight' or 'vision', and 'darśana' refers to 'seeing' or 'perceiving'. The name gained modest popularity in India during the 21st century and is sometimes chosen for its spiritual connotation of insight or wisdom.
Where Darsh is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Darshan
Sibling names for Darsh
Names that share Darsh's style, for a brother or sister.
