Ashwin
Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Ashwin: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2010.
Ashwin is a name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the Ashvins, the twin horsemen gods of dawn and medicine in Hindu mythology; the name itself means "light" or "horse tamer." It is widely used across India and among the Indian diaspora, and has become a familiar choice in Scottish naming charts. Famous bearers include Ashwin Willemse, the South African rugby union player, and R. Ashwin, the celebrated Indian cricketer. There is no direct place connection bearing the name, but it shares a root with the Ashvamedha, an ancient Vedic horse sacrifice ritual. As a further note, the name's celestial associations make it a popular choice for boys born during the Hindu month of Ashvin, which falls in September–October and marks the start of autumn.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20104 babies
- Latest (2010)
- #5484 babies
- Total births
- 4since 2010
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y