Ayaansh
Of Sanskrit origin, meaning "Master of the senses or the phenomenal world".
Name Census estimates that about 555 living Americans carry the first name Ayaansh. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ayaansh today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ayaansh births was 2016 (74 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ayaansh. 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.
People living today
555
~ 1 in 617,575 Americans
Peak year
2016
74 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,452
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Ayaansh: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ayaansh from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 326 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Ayaansh remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ayaansh 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 Ayaansh during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ayaanshs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. California, Texas, New Jersey recorded the most babies named Ayaansh, while Massachusetts, Illinois, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 26 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ayaansh
The name Ayaansh originates from Sanskrit, an ancient language of India. It is a combination of two words: "Aya," which means eternity or eternal life, and "Ansh," meaning a part or portion. The name can be interpreted as "a part of eternity" or "one who possesses eternal life."
Ayaansh is a relatively modern name, and its origins can be traced back to the late 20th century. While it does not appear in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the name's components have their roots in the rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Ayaansh is from the late 1990s. However, it gained popularity in the early 2000s, particularly among Hindu families in India. The name's unique blend of traditional and modern elements appealed to parents seeking a name that celebrated their cultural roots while embracing contemporary sensibilities.
Throughout history, there are a few notable individuals who have borne the name Ayaansh. One such figure is Ayaansh Giri (born 2005), an Indian child prodigy and author who published his first book at the age of 6. Another prominent Ayaansh is Ayaansh Sinha (born 2010), an accomplished Indian chess player who achieved the title of International Master at a remarkably young age.
In the realm of sports, Ayaansh Arora (born 2007) is a promising Indian tennis player who has won several junior tournaments and represented India in international competitions. Ayaansh Bajaj (born 2004) is another notable figure, known for his philanthropic efforts and contributions to various social causes in India.
Lastly, Ayaansh Kapoor (born 2009) is a talented Indian actor and model who has appeared in several television commercials and short films, showcasing his acting abilities from a young age.
These individuals, while diverse in their fields and achievements, share the unique name Ayaansh, which carries the essence of eternity and a connection to the rich cultural tapestry of India.
People
Ayaansh + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ayaansh as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ayaansh: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ayaansh?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 555 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ayaansh 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 617,575 US residents.
Is Ayaansh a common name?
We classify Ayaansh as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 559 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ayaansh most popular?
The single biggest year for Ayaansh was 2016, when 74 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ayaansh is about 7 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Ayaansh a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ayaansh 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.
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.