Adarsh
Meaningideal, model · Sanskrit
Adarsh is an Indian boy name meaning “ideal, model”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- AnagramShuffle the letters of Adarsh and you get Rashad. Same letters, different name.
- Hidden namesLook closely: Adarsh has the name Ada hiding inside it.
- GenerationAdarsh peaked in 2008, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Adarsh you'd meet today is about 17 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Adarsh would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 113,636 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAdarsh first shows up in US birth records in 1975, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 50 years since.
US births per million boys, 1975–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Adarsh
Adarsh is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “ideal, model”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 2000s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Adarsh
What does the name Adarsh mean?
Adarsh means “ideal, model” and comes from Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Adarsh?
Adarsh is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Adarsh a boy or girl name?
Adarsh is a boy name. In 2025, 15 US boys were named Adarsh.
How popular is the name Adarsh?
Adarsh ranked #5,861 for US boys in 2025, given to 15 babies. Its best year was 2008, when it reached #2,946. Over the last five years it has climbed 2,206 places.
What should I know before naming my baby Adarsh?
Adarsh is an Indian boy name meaning “ideal, model”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.