Ashrit
A Hindu name derived from Sanskrit meaning "one who is protected".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Ashrit. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ashrit today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ashrit births was 2011 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ashrit. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ashrit. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2011
6 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2011 SSA rank
#10,927
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Ashrit: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ashrit by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ashrit during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Ashrit
The name Ashrit is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, with its roots tracing back to ancient Indian culture and Hindu mythology. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "Ashrita," which means "one who has taken refuge" or "one who is sheltered."
In Hindu scriptures, the concept of "Ashrita" is often associated with seeking protection and guidance from the divine. It is believed that individuals with this name were once considered to be under the protection of the gods or had a strong spiritual connection.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ashrit can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, there is a character named Ashritaravan, who was a skilled archer and a loyal friend of the Pandava prince, Arjuna.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ashrit. One such person was Ashrit Kaur (1699-1768), a renowned Sikh warrior and poet from the Punjab region of India. She is remembered for her bravery in defending her faith and her contributions to Sikh literature.
Another historical figure with the name Ashrit was Ashrit Varma (1894-1975), an Indian freedom fighter and social reformer. He played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and worked tirelessly to uplift the underprivileged sections of society.
In the realm of literature, Ashrit Ghosh (1916-1986) was a prominent Bengali writer and novelist from India. His works, which often explored themes of social injustice and human relationships, earned him critical acclaim and several literary awards.
Ashrit Shastri (1928-2001) was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and linguist from India. He made significant contributions to the study and preservation of Sanskrit language and literature, authoring numerous books and scholarly works.
Lastly, Ashrit Desai (1942-2018) was an accomplished Indian architect and urban planner. He was known for his innovative designs and his efforts to integrate traditional Indian architectural elements with modern styles.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Ashrit. While the name may have evolved and taken on different forms over time, its roots remain deeply embedded in the rich cultural heritage of ancient India.
People
Ashrit + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ashrit as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Ashrit: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ashrit?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ashrit going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Ashrit a common name?
We classify Ashrit as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ashrit most popular?
The single biggest year for Ashrit was 2011, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ashrit is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ashrit in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ashrit a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ashrit in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ashrit still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ashrit in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ashrit can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Ashrit?
Find out how many Americans are named Ashrit on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.