UK girl's name
Aahana
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "first ray of the sun".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aahana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aahana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2411, with 11 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 15 births.
This profile covers 145 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 2007 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 73% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 144 living people in the UK are called Aahana. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aahana ranked #2411 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 11 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 15 girls were registered as Aahana.
- • About 144 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aahana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2411
2024
Births in 2024
11
Latest year
Peak year
2018
15 births
Estimated living
144
2026
Meaning
What does Aahana mean?
Aahana is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'ahana', which means 'day' or 'dawn'. It is a name primarily used in India, particularly in the northern regions. The earliest recorded use of this name dates back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often used as a symbolic representation of the first rays of the sun, signifying new beginnings and hope.
One of the earliest known references to the name Aahana can be found in the Mahabharata, a renowned Sanskrit epic dated around the 8th century BCE. In this text, Aahana is mentioned as the name of a celestial nymph, known for her beauty and grace. Additionally, the name appears in various Vedic hymns and verses, further solidifying its roots in ancient Indian culture and mythology.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Aahana. One such figure was Aahana Kumari (born in 1043 CE), a renowned poet and scholar from the Pala Empire in ancient Bengal. Her literary contributions, including the epic poem 'Aahana-Kavya', have left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the region.
Another notable Aahana was Aahana Devi (1501-1563 CE), a powerful ruler of the Garhwal Kingdom in the present-day Indian state of Uttarakhand. She was known for her strategic military prowess and her efforts to unify the region under her leadership.
In the field of classical Indian dance, Aahana Deori (1920-2001) was a celebrated exponent of the Sattriya dance form from Assam. Her dedication to preserving and promoting this ancient art form earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Government of India.
Moving to more recent times, Aahana Kumra (born in 1985) is a prominent Indian film and television actress, known for her roles in critically acclaimed productions like "Lipstick Under My Burkha" and the Netflix series "Call My Agent: Bollywood".
Lastly, Aahana Rasheed (born in 1993) is a renowned Indian cricketer who has represented the national women's cricket team in various international tournaments. Her exceptional batting skills and sportsmanship have made her a role model for aspiring athletes in the country.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aahana over time
The chart below shows babies named Aahana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aahana, the clearest high point is 2018. The latest England and Wales figure is 11 births in 2024, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aahana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aahana was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3007 | 45 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3160 | 85 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3950 | 15 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Aahana
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aahana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aahana in the UK right now?
In 2024, Aahana was ranked #2411 for girls in England and Wales, with 11 births registered.
When was Aahana most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 15 babies registered as Aahana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aahana?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "first ray of the sun".
How many people are called Aahana in the UK?
A total of 145 babies have been registered as Aahana across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.