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UK boy's name

Arzaan

A masculine name of Arabic/Persian origin meaning "inexpensive" or "precious".

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.

Arzaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Arzaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 5 births.

This profile covers 22 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2015 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 22 living people in the UK are called Arzaan. 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

  • Arzaan ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2023, when 5 boys were registered as Arzaan.
  • About 22 living people in the UK are estimated to have Arzaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3688

2024

Births in 2024

5

Latest year

Peak year

2023

5 births

Estimated living

22

2026

Meaning

What does Arzaan mean?

The given name Arzaan has its origins in the Persian language, originating from the region that is now modern-day Iran. It is believed to have emerged during the ancient Persian empire, which spanned from the 6th century BCE to the 7th century CE.

The name Arzaan is derived from the Persian word "Arzan," which means "precious" or "valuable." This suggests that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who were highly regarded or held in high esteem within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Arzaan can be found in the Shahnameh, a legendary Persian epic poem written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. The poem mentions a character named Arzaan, though little is known about the specific details surrounding this individual.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Arzaan. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Arzaan ibn Ali, a Persian scholar and philosopher who lived during the 9th century CE and made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy.

Another prominent figure was Arzaan al-Shirazi, a 13th-century Persian poet and mystic who was renowned for his spiritual writings and poetry. His works continue to be studied and celebrated by scholars of Persian literature.

In the 16th century, Arzaan Beg was a prominent military commander who served under the Mughal Empire in South Asia. He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was highly regarded for his strategic prowess.

During the 19th century, Arzaan Khan was a respected Persian diplomat and statesman who served as an ambassador for the Qajar dynasty. He was instrumental in fostering diplomatic relations between Persia and various European nations.

More recently, Arzaan Khuzayma was a 20th-century Syrian poet and writer who gained recognition for his works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience. He was born in 1912 and passed away in 1989.

While the name Arzaan has its roots in ancient Persia, it has since spread to various regions and cultures, particularly in the Middle East and parts of South Asia. The name continues to be bestowed upon individuals, carrying with it a sense of value, preciousness, and respect.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Arzaan over time

The chart below shows babies named Arzaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 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 Arzaan, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Arzaan
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Decades

Arzaan by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Arzaan 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 #4152 16 4
2010s #4725 6 2

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FAQ

Arzaan: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Arzaan was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Arzaan most popular?

The peak year on record was 2023, with 5 babies registered as Arzaan in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Arzaan?

A masculine name of Arabic/Persian origin meaning "inexpensive" or "precious".

How many people are called Arzaan in the UK?

A total of 22 babies have been registered as Arzaan across the 6 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.