Find out how popular the first name Saish has been for the last 12 years (from 2011 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Saish by gender

Based on the last 12 years of data, Saish is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Saish.

The history of the first name Saish

The name Saish has its roots in the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit, dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "sāyaka," which means "archer" or "one who shoots arrows." The name was commonly found among warrior clans and royal families in the Indian subcontinent during the Vedic period.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Saish can be found in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, which dates back to the 8th or 9th century BCE. The text describes a brave warrior named Saish who fought alongside the Pandava princes in the great war of Kurukshetra.

In the 3rd century BCE, the Indian emperor Ashoka the Great had a minister named Saish who played a crucial role in the administration of his vast empire. Saish was known for his wisdom, diplomacy, and his efforts in spreading the teachings of Buddhism across the Indian subcontinent.

During the Gupta Empire, which ruled over northern India from the 4th to the 6th century CE, there was a renowned poet and playwright named Saish Kalidasa. His works, such as the play "Abhijñānaśākuntalam" and the epic poem "Kumārasambhavam," are considered masterpieces of Sanskrit literature.

In the 11th century CE, a Persian scholar and traveler named Saish al-Din visited India and wrote extensively about the culture, customs, and religions of the region. His writings provide a valuable insight into the Indian society of that time and are considered important historical sources.

Another notable figure with the name Saish was Saish Khan, a Mughal nobleman and military commander who lived in the 17th century CE. He served under the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of the Mughal Empire in India.

These are just a few examples of the historical figures who bore the name Saish, which has a rich and diverse heritage spanning across centuries of Indian history and culture.

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