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Anish is a masculine given name of Indian origin. It is widely used in India and among the Indian diaspora. The name is commonly linked to Sanskrit and is often interpreted as “supreme” or “ultimate,” reflecting a sense of sovereignty or transcendence. Exact etymology can vary, and some sources treat Anish as a standalone name rather than a compound of other elements.

In terms of usage, Anish is most prevalent among Hindu communities but is used across Indian religions and by people in Nepal, Sri Lanka, and overseas. The feminine form Anisha exists in some languages and communities, while Anish is typically used for men. Spelling is generally stable as Anish in English-language contexts, though transliteration can produce variant forms in non-Latin scripts.

Notable people named Anish include Anish Kapoor (born 1954), an Indian-British sculptor known for large-scale public works such as Cloud Gate in Chicago and numerous other installations. The name also appears in contemporary media and fiction as a given name for various real and fictional figures.