UK girl's name
Anujin
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "younger, junior, posterior".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Anujin is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anujin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4294, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 4 births.
This profile covers 8 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2003 to 2007. 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 8 living people in the UK are called Anujin. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Anujin ranked #4294 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 4 girls were registered as Anujin.
- • About 8 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anujin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4294
2007
Births in 2007
4
Latest year
Peak year
2003
4 births
Estimated living
8
2026
Meaning
What does Anujin mean?
The name Anujin is believed to have originated from the Mongolian language and culture, with roots dating back to the 13th century during the time of the Mongol Empire. It is derived from the Mongolian word "anu," meaning "new" or "fresh," and the suffix "-jin," which is a common ending for Mongolian names.
In ancient Mongolian texts and historical records, the name Anujin is associated with the nomadic lifestyle and the reverence for nature that was prevalent in the region. It was often given to children born during the spring season, symbolizing new beginnings and renewal.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anujin can be found in the "Secret History of the Mongols," a 13th-century literary work that chronicles the life and reign of Genghis Khan. It mentions a warrior named Anujin, who fought alongside Genghis Khan in his conquest of Central Asia.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Anujin. Anujin Bayar (1904-1939) was a Mongolian politician and revolutionary who played a significant role in the country's fight for independence from China. Anujin Luvsan (1925-2005) was a renowned Mongolian actor and director, known for his contributions to the Mongolian film industry.
Anujin Tsolmon (1901-1988) was a prominent Mongolian writer and poet, celebrated for her works that explored the themes of love, nature, and Mongolian identity. Anujin Galsandorj (1935-2008) was a highly respected Mongolian painter and artist, whose works captured the beauty and spirit of the Mongolian landscape and culture.
Anujin Tserendorj (1927-1990) was a Mongolian wrestler and Olympic medalist, winning a silver medal in wrestling at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. His achievements brought great pride and recognition to Mongolia on the international stage.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Anujin throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural heritage of Mongolia.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Anujin over time
The chart below shows babies named Anujin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Anujin, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2007, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Anujin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anujin 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3944 | 8 | 2 |
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FAQ
Anujin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Anujin in the UK right now?
In 2007, Anujin was ranked #4294 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Anujin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 4 babies registered as Anujin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Anujin?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "younger, junior, posterior".
How many people are called Anujin in the UK?
A total of 8 babies have been registered as Anujin across the 2 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.