Anshul
Meaningradiant · Sanskrit
Anshul is an Indian boy name meaning “radiant”, 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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- Word funAnshul doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- GenerationAnshul peaked in 2005, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Anshul you'd meet today is about 20 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Anshul would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 243,902 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAnshul first shows up in US birth records in 1989, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 36 years since.
US births per million boys, 1989–2025
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About the name Anshul
Anshul is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “radiant”. 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 Anshul
What does the name Anshul mean?
Anshul means “radiant” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Zahir (“radiant, evident”), Viraj (“radiant, resplendent”), Munir (“radiant, luminous”) and Azhar (“most radiant”).
What is the origin of the name Anshul?
Anshul 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 Anshul a boy or girl name?
Anshul is a boy name. In 2025, 7 US boys were named Anshul.
How popular is the name Anshul?
Anshul ranked #9,714 for US boys in 2025, given to 7 babies. Its best year was 2005, when it reached #2,902. Over the last five years it has climbed 891 places.
What names are similar to Anshul?
If you like Anshul, you might also like Zahir, Viraj, Munir and Azhar.
What should I know before naming my baby Anshul?
Anshul is an Indian boy name meaning “radiant”, 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.