UK boy's name
Aslam
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "submission" or "to embrace Islam".
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.
Aslam is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aslam popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 7 births.
This profile covers 30 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1996 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 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 30 living people in the UK are called Aslam. 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
- • Aslam ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 7 boys were registered as Aslam.
- • About 30 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aslam as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
7 births
Estimated living
30
2026
Meaning
What does Aslam mean?
The name Aslam is derived from the Arabic word "Islam," which means "submission" or "surrender" to the will of God. It has its roots in the religion of Islam, which originated in the Arabian Peninsula in the 7th century AD.
The name Aslam is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, as it reflects the core principles of the religion. It was often given to boys born into Muslim families as a way to express their devotion and commitment to the faith.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aslam can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. The name is mentioned in reference to a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, known as Aslam ibn Imran.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Aslam. One of the most famous was Aslam ibn Sahl (d. 864 AD), a renowned scholar and mathematician from the Abbasid Caliphate. He made significant contributions to the fields of geometry and algebra.
Another prominent figure was Aslam ibn Sharik (d. 864 AD), a military commander during the Abbasid Caliphate. He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Islamic empire and the conquest of various territories.
In the 12th century, Aslam al-Tusi (1201-1262) was a renowned Persian philosopher and theologian. He is known for his work on reconciling Islamic teachings with Greek philosophy.
During the Ottoman Empire, Aslam Bey (d. 1580) was a prominent military leader and statesman. He served as the governor of several provinces and played a significant role in the expansion of Ottoman territories.
In more recent history, Aslam Bhatti (1914-1965) was a highly respected Pakistani lawyer and political activist. He fought for civil rights and advocated for the independence of Pakistan from British rule.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Aslam, reflecting its deep-rooted connection to the Islamic faith and its cultural significance across various regions and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aslam over time
The chart below shows babies named Aslam registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Aslam, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aslam by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aslam 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 | #4555 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4271 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3036 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #1706 | 13 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Aslam
- 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
Aslam: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aslam in the UK right now?
In 2024, Aslam was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aslam most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 7 babies registered as Aslam in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aslam?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "submission" or "to embrace Islam".
How many people are called Aslam in the UK?
A total of 30 babies have been registered as Aslam across the 7 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.