Prish
A variant spelling of the Sanskrit name Prisha, meaning a bud or sprout.
Name Census estimates that about 91 living Americans carry the first name Prish. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Prish today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Prish births was 2016 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Prish. 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 Prish. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
91
~ 1 in 3,766,531 Americans
Peak year
2016
10 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2024 SSA rank
#8,778
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Prish: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Prish 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 52 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Prish remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Prish 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 Prish during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Prish
The name Prish is a relatively uncommon given name, with its origins traced back to the ancient Sanskrit language. The first recorded mentions of the name date back to the 5th century BCE, when it was used as a name for Hindu deities and mythological figures in ancient Indian texts and scriptures.
In Sanskrit, the name Prish is believed to be derived from the word "prisha," which means "to sprinkle" or "to bless." This suggests that the name was originally associated with religious rituals and spiritual practices in ancient Hindu culture. The name was often given to individuals who were believed to possess divine qualities or were associated with spiritual pursuits.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Prish can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, Prish is mentioned as the name of a sage or a wise man who imparted valuable teachings and guidance to the protagonists. This reference suggests that the name was associated with wisdom, knowledge, and spiritual enlightenment in ancient Indian society.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Prish. One such individual was Prish Chandra, a renowned Indian poet and scholar who lived in the 16th century CE. His works, including the epic poem "Prish Vilas," were widely celebrated for their literary merit and philosophical insights.
Another notable figure was Prish Narayan, a 17th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and played a crucial role in the development of astronomical calculations and calendars in ancient India.
In the 18th century, Prish Dutta was a prominent Indian freedom fighter who fought against British colonial rule. He is remembered for his bravery, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the cause of Indian independence.
Moving forward to the 20th century, Prish Nath Pandey was an influential Indian politician and social reformer. He championed the rights of marginalized communities and worked tirelessly to promote education and social upliftment in rural areas of India.
While the name Prish has its roots in ancient Sanskrit and Hindu culture, it has transcended geographical and cultural boundaries over time. Throughout history, individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions in various fields, including literature, science, politics, and social reform.
People
Prish + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Prish as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with P
Other first names starting with P with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Prish: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Prish?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 91 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Prish 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 3,766,531 US residents.
Is Prish a common name?
We classify Prish as "Very Rare". It ranks above 63.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 92 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Prish most popular?
The single biggest year for Prish was 2016, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Prish is about 7 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Prish a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Prish 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.