Indian name meaning
Yash
♂ BoyYash · 1 syllable
Fame and success
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.
The letters of Yash add up to 10, which reduces to 1.
About the name Yash
Yash is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Fame and success.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Yash has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yash mean?
Yash means “Fame and success.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Yash a boy or a girl name?
Yash is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Yash?
Yash is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Yash?
In the Chaldean system, Yash has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
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