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Reyansh

Boy name · 8 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Reyansh: 8 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2016.

Reyansh is a modern Indian name, rooted in Sanskrit, where it is often interpreted as "ray of light" or "sunbeam," combining "rey" (ray) with "ansh" (part or portion). It has become increasingly popular among the Scottish-Asian community, reflecting Scotland's multicultural tapestry. While there are no widely known historical figures named Reyansh, the name has gained contemporary recognition through young athletes and social media personalities, particularly in the Indian diaspora. The name shares its luminous root with the Hindi word "prakash" (light), though it remains distinct. A notable variant is Rayansh, which carries a similar meaning. In Scotland, Reyansh has risen steadily in the baby name charts since the 2010s, mirroring broader trends toward meaningful, modern names with positive connotations.

Boy 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20165 babies
Latest (2017)
#7333 babies
Total births
8since 2016
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2016 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).