Ansh
2025 SSA
About Ansh
Ansh is a masculine name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit. It means 'a part of' or 'portion', often interpreted as 'a part of God' or 'divine essence'. The name carries spiritual significance in Hindu culture, representing the belief that each person contains a fragment of divine energy. Ansh has grown in popularity in India and among the global Indian diaspora over recent decades. It appeals to modern parents for its spiritual meaning combined with its brevity and contemporary sound. The name is relatively easy to pronounce across cultures while maintaining its authentic Indian heritage, making it increasingly popular for families seeking names with cultural significance and international accessibility.
Pronounced AHNSH.
As of October 2026, Ansh ranked #2109 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1274 for boys in 2012.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,466 | 111 | 57.8 |
| 2015 | #1,493 | 111 | 57.9 |
| 2016 | #1,533 | 109 | 57.4 |
| 2017 | #1,408 | 124 | 67 |
| 2018 | #1,458 | 119 | 65.5 |
| 2019 | #1,754 | 89 | 49.6 |
| 2020 | #1,655 | 96 | 55.6 |
| 2021 | #1,868 | 82 | 46.9 |
| 2022 | #1,748 | 95 | 54.4 |
| 2023 | #1,987 | 77 | 45 |
| 2024 | #1,874 | 85 | 49.3 |
| 2025 | #2,109 | 69 | 40.4 |