UK boy's name
Alborz
A Persian masculine name referring to a mountain range in northern Iran.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Alborz is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Alborz popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4107, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2015 to 2023. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Alborz. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Alborz ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 4 boys were registered as Alborz.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Alborz as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4107
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2021
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Alborz mean?
The name Alborz has its origins in the Persian language, deriving from the Alborz mountain range located in northern Iran. This mountain range is also mentioned in ancient Persian mythology and literature, such as the Shahnameh, the national epic of Iran.
The name Alborz is believed to be derived from the Avestan words "hara" meaning "watch" or "guard" and "barez" meaning "high" or "elevated." Thus, the name Alborz can be interpreted to mean "the high guard" or "the elevated watcher," reflecting the majestic and towering presence of the Alborz mountains.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Alborz can be found in the Shahnameh, written by the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th century. In this epic, Alborz is mentioned as the dwelling place of the mythical creature Simorgh, a benevolent, bird-like creature that is a protector of the world.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Alborz. One of the earliest was Alborz Atash (1892-1962), an Iranian military officer and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Iran in the 1940s.
Another prominent figure was Alborz Eftekhari (1921-2004), an Iranian painter and sculptor known for his contributions to the modern art movement in Iran. His works often incorporated elements of Persian mythology and symbolism.
In the realm of literature, Alborz Sarafkhan (1938-2020) was an Iranian poet and writer who published several collections of poetry and prose works. His writings often explored themes of love, nature, and the complexities of human existence.
Alborz Fallah (born 1985) is a contemporary Iranian-American artist known for his large-scale installations and mixed media works that explore themes of identity, migration, and cultural hybridity.
Alborz Torabipour (born 1989) is an Iranian-American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues around the world, including the NBA G League and the Iranian Super Basketball League.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Alborz throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and disciplines.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Alborz over time
The chart below shows babies named Alborz registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Alborz, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Alborz by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Alborz 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 | #4049 | 8 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Alborz
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Alborz: questions and answers
How popular is the name Alborz in the UK right now?
In 2023, Alborz was ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Alborz most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 4 babies registered as Alborz in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Alborz?
A Persian masculine name referring to a mountain range in northern Iran.
How many people are called Alborz in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Alborz across the 3 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.