At a glance
- In short
- Utkarsh is a male name of Hindi origin, meaning "excellence" or "prosperity."
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2022 (#10,863)
- Babies in 2022
- 6 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #9,392 in 2002
- First recorded
- 1998
Meaning of Utkarsh
Utkarsh is a male name with Hindi origin. This unique name holds deep cultural and spiritual significance in Indian heritage. Utkarsh translates to "excellence" or "prosperity" in English, symbolizing the potential for greatness and success. The name Utkarsh has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, where it has been given to a small but growing number of newborn boys. While its usage remains relatively rare, Utkarsh carries a strong and distinctive presence, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
How to pronounce Utkarsh
Hindi
- Pronounced oot-karsh /uˈtkərʃ/
Popularity of Utkarsh in the U.S.
Utkarsh was last recorded in the U.S. in 2022, ranked #10,863 with 6 babies. It peaked at #9,392 in 2002. It first appears in the records in 1998.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1998–2022 8 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | 10,863 | back (not recorded in 2021) |
| 2020 | 5 | 12,022 | back (not recorded in 2013–2019) |
| 2012 | 6 | 10,770 | ▲ 1,517 |
| 2011 | 5 | 12,287 | back (not recorded in 2009–2010) |
| 2008 | 5 | 12,553 | back (not recorded in 2005–2007) |
| 2004 | 5 | 11,356 | back (not recorded in 2003) |
| 2002 | 6 | 9,392 | back (not recorded in 1999–2001) |
| 1998 | 5 | 9,631 | new |
Notable people named Utkarsh
- Utkarsh Ambudkar is an American actor, rapper, and singer best known for his roles in Pitch Perfect and Ghosts.
- Utkarsh Sharma is an Indian actor known for his roles in Gadar, Genius, Gadar 2 and Vanvaas.