Rishi
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Rishi: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2015.
From the ancient Sanskrit root *ṛṣi*, meaning “sage” or “seer,” Rishi carries a deeply spiritual resonance, traditionally referring to the wise poets of Vedic hymns. In modern Scotland, the name has gained visibility partly through Rishi Sunak, the former British Prime Minister of Indian heritage, and internationally through the beloved Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor. While no Scottish place bears the name, its etymological cousins appear in Hindu cosmology and yogic tradition. For Scottish parents drawn to multicultural names, Rishi offers a melodic, meaningful choice that honours wisdom and leadership, and sits comfortably alongside other short, vowel-rich names popular in Scotland today.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20153 babies
- Latest (2015)
- #6863 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2015
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y