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UK boy's name

Baaz

A Persian name representing strength, power, and ambition.

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.

Baaz is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Baaz popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2671, with 8 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 8 births.

This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2022 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.

Baaz is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Baaz. 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

  • Baaz ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 8 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 8 boys were registered as Baaz.
  • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Baaz as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2671

2024

Births in 2024

8

Latest year

Peak year

2024

8 births

Estimated living

18

2026

Meaning

What does Baaz mean?

The name Baaz finds its origins in the Persian language, tracing back to ancient Persia, known today as Iran. It is derived from the Persian word "baaz," which translates to "falcon" or "hawk." The name Baaz was initially used to signify strength, courage, and a sharp, keen vision – attributes associated with these magnificent birds of prey.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Baaz can be found in ancient Persian literature, such as the epic poem Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi around 1010 CE. In this literary masterpiece, Baaz was mentioned as the name of a brave and skilled warrior, reflecting the name's connotations of valor and prowess.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Baaz. One of the earliest was Baaz ibn Sulaiman, a prominent military commander who served under the Abbasid Caliphate in the 9th century CE. He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Islamic empire and was renowned for his strategic acumen and leadership on the battlefield.

Another historical figure was Baaz al-Asadi, a renowned Arab poet who lived during the 8th century CE. His poetic works, which celebrated the virtues of bravery and honor, have been preserved and studied by scholars for centuries.

In the 16th century, Baaz Khan Nuhani was a prominent military leader and governor under the Mughal Empire in India. He was known for his loyalty to the Mughal ruler Akbar and his skillful administration of the provinces under his charge.

Moving forward in time, Baaz Masih was a notable Christian evangelist and missionary who lived in British India during the 19th century. He played a significant role in spreading Christianity in the region and is remembered for his tireless efforts in promoting education and social reform.

More recently, Baaz Mohammad Khan was a renowned Afghan writer, poet, and intellectual who lived from 1910 to 1987. His literary works, which explored themes of national identity, social justice, and cultural heritage, have had a lasting impact on Afghan literature and intellectual discourse.

The name Baaz has transcended its Persian origins and has been adopted by various cultures and communities around the world, each imbuing it with their own unique cultural significance and interpretations. However, its historical roots and associations with strength, courage, and keen vision remain a common thread throughout its long and illustrious journey.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Baaz over time

The chart below shows babies named Baaz registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2022 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 Baaz, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 8 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Baaz
02468202220232024

Decades

Baaz by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Baaz 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 #3261 18 3

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FAQ

Baaz: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Baaz was ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales, with 8 births registered.

When was Baaz most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 8 babies registered as Baaz in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Baaz?

A Persian name representing strength, power, and ambition.

How many people are called Baaz in the UK?

A total of 18 babies have been registered as Baaz across the 3 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.