UK girl's name
Arsheen
An Iranian feminine name meaning "lion-faced" or "having a beautiful face".
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.
Arsheen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Arsheen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3970, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 5 births.
This profile covers 8 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2012 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.
Arsheen is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 8 living people in the UK are called Arsheen. 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
- • Arsheen ranked #3970 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 5 girls were registered as Arsheen.
- • About 8 living people in the UK are estimated to have Arsheen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3970
2022
Births in 2022
5
Latest year
Peak year
2022
5 births
Estimated living
8
2026
Meaning
What does Arsheen mean?
The name Arsheen has its origins in the Persian language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Persian word "arsheen," which means "a measure of length," specifically referring to a unit of measurement used in the region.
In the early days of the Persian Empire, the name Arsheen was associated with craftsmen and artisans who relied on precise measurements in their work. It was a name that symbolized precision, attention to detail, and expertise in one's craft.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Arsheen can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. In this literary masterpiece, Arsheen is mentioned as the name of a skilled archer and warrior.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Arsheen. One such figure was Arsheen Khan (1668-1738), a prominent military leader and governor during the Mughal Empire in India. He played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of Mughal power in the region.
Another well-known bearer of the name was Arsheen Irani (1909-1969), an Indian actress and dancer who gained fame in the early days of Bollywood cinema. She was renowned for her captivating performances and contributions to the art of classical Indian dance.
In the realm of literature, Arsheen Ahsan (1927-2012) was a prominent Urdu poet and writer from Pakistan. Her poetry explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, earning her widespread acclaim and numerous literary awards.
The name Arsheen also gained recognition in the field of music through the life and work of Arsheen Sayed (1933-2005), an Indian classical vocalist and composer. He was celebrated for his mastery of the Drupad and Dhamar styles of Hindustani classical music.
Another notable figure with the name Arsheen was Arsheen Naavab (1952-2018), an Iranian-American architect and urban planner. He made significant contributions to sustainable urban development and was recognized for his innovative and environmentally conscious designs.
These examples demonstrate the diverse contexts in which the name Arsheen has been present throughout history, spanning various fields and cultures. From warriors and artisans to poets, actors, musicians, and architects, the name has carried a rich legacy of precision, creativity, and excellence.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Arsheen over time
The chart below shows babies named Arsheen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 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 Arsheen, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2022, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Arsheen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Arsheen 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 | #3970 | 5 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5876 | 3 | 1 |
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- 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
Arsheen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Arsheen in the UK right now?
In 2022, Arsheen was ranked #3970 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Arsheen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 5 babies registered as Arsheen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Arsheen?
An Iranian feminine name meaning "lion-faced" or "having a beautiful face".
How many people are called Arsheen in the UK?
A total of 8 babies have been registered as Arsheen 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.