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UK boy's name

Arsalaan

Arsalaan is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "lion" or "brave".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Arsalaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Arsalaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 10 births.

This profile covers 68 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. 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 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 67 living people in the UK are called Arsalaan. 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 2023 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Arsalaan ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2010, when 10 boys were registered as Arsalaan.
  • About 67 living people in the UK are estimated to have Arsalaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4789

2022

Births in 2022

3

Latest year

Peak year

2010

10 births

Estimated living

67

2026

Meaning

What does Arsalaan mean?

The name Arsalaan has its origins in the Persian language and dates back to ancient times. It is derived from the combination of two Persian words: "Arsh," meaning "throne," and "Alaan," meaning "like or resembling." The name can be translated to mean "one who is like a throne" or "majestic like a throne."

In the Persian culture, thrones were a symbol of power, authority, and royalty. The name Arsalaan was often given to individuals who were considered noble, brave, and worthy of respect. It was a name that carried a sense of honor and dignity.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Arsalaan can be found in the epic Persian poem "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings), written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. The poem tells the story of the legendary Persian hero Arsalaan, who was known for his bravery and valor in battle.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Arsalaan. One of the most famous was Arsalaan Kaamil (1156-1237), a powerful ruler and military commander of the Ayyubid dynasty in Egypt and Syria. He was renowned for his military victories against the Crusaders and his efforts to strengthen the Islamic empire.

Another notable figure was Arsalaan Jazaayri (1570-1650), a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from Algeria. He was widely respected for his knowledge of Islamic law and his contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence.

In the realm of literature, Arsalaan Shirazi (1641-1711) was a celebrated Persian poet and philosopher. His works, including the epic poem "Golestan," were highly influential and earned him widespread recognition during his lifetime.

The name Arsalaan has also been associated with individuals from the Indian subcontinent. One such figure was Arsalaan Khan (1678-1748), a powerful Mughal nobleman and military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.

More recently, Arsalaan Siddiqui (1907-1990) was a prominent Pakistani writer and poet who made significant contributions to the Urdu literary tradition. His works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.

These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Arsalaan. The name's rich heritage and symbolic meanings have contributed to its enduring popularity across various cultures and regions.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Arsalaan over time

The chart below shows babies named Arsalaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Arsalaan, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 10 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Arsalaan
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Decades

Arsalaan by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Arsalaan 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 #4789 3 1
2010s #3658 21 4
2000s #3011 30 6
1990s #2243 14 3

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FAQ

Arsalaan: questions and answers

How popular is the name Arsalaan in the UK right now?

In 2022, Arsalaan was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Arsalaan most popular?

The peak year on record was 2010, with 10 babies registered as Arsalaan in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Arsalaan?

Arsalaan is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "lion" or "brave".

How many people are called Arsalaan in the UK?

A total of 68 babies have been registered as Arsalaan across the 14 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.