Darsh
Meaningsight, vision · Sanskrit
Darsh is an Indian boy name meaning “sight, vision”, 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 short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name.
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- GenerationDarsh peaked in 2013, which makes it a Gen Alpha name. The typical Darsh you'd meet today is about 12 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Darsh would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 47,393 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryDarsh first shows up in US birth records in 1998, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 27 years since.
US births per million boys, 1998–2025
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About the name Darsh
Darsh is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “sight, vision”. Short and strong, it's said in a single beat with a crisp finish, so it pairs easily with a longer middle name. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- 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 Darsh
What does the name Darsh mean?
Darsh means “sight, vision” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Darshan (“sight, vision”).
What is the origin of the name Darsh?
Darsh 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 Darsh a boy or girl name?
Darsh is a boy name. In 2025, 36 US boys were named Darsh.
How popular is the name Darsh?
Darsh ranked #3,240 for US boys in 2025, given to 36 babies. Its best year was 2013, when it reached #2,090. Over the last five years it has slipped 735 places.
What names are similar to Darsh?
If you like Darsh, you might also like Darshan.
What should I know before naming my baby Darsh?
Darsh is an Indian boy name meaning “sight, vision”, 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 short and punchy, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a longer middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.