UK girl's name
Batoul
A feminine Arabic name meaning "untouched virgin" or "virtuous young girl".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Batoul is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Batoul popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 6 births.
This profile covers 31 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2003 to 2023. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 31 living people in the UK are called Batoul. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Batoul ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 6 girls were registered as Batoul.
- • About 31 living people in the UK are estimated to have Batoul as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5687
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
6 births
Estimated living
31
2026
Meaning
What does Batoul mean?
The name Batoul has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "batul," which means "virgin" or "chaste." The name is often associated with purity, innocence, and modesty.
Batoul is a popular name among Muslims, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa. It holds significant religious and cultural significance in these regions. In Islamic tradition, Batoul was the name of one of the daughters of the Prophet Muhammad and his wife Khadijah.
The earliest recorded use of the name Batoul can be traced back to the 7th century AD, during the time of the Prophet Muhammad and the early days of Islam. It is mentioned in various Islamic texts and historical records from that period.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Batoul. One of the most famous was Fatima bint Muhammad (615-632 AD), also known as Fatima al-Zahra, who was the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and his wife Khadijah. She is revered by Muslims as one of the most important women in Islamic history.
Another prominent figure with the name Batoul was Sayyida Batoul (1590-1670), a Sufi mystic and scholar from Persia (modern-day Iran). She was known for her spiritual teachings and her contributions to the field of Islamic mysticism.
In the 19th century, Batoul Mohammadzadeh (1870-1952) was an influential Iranian poet and writer. She was a pioneer in the field of women's education and played a significant role in promoting literacy among women in Iran.
Batoul Mukhtar (1908-1952) was a prominent Egyptian actress and dancer during the golden age of Egyptian cinema. She is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Egyptian performing arts.
Batoul Rajeeb (1924-2020) was a renowned Syrian writer and poet. She was celebrated for her contributions to the Arabic literary canon and her advocacy for women's rights and social justice.
These are just a few examples of notable figures throughout history who bore the name Batoul. The name continues to be widely used in various parts of the world, particularly in Muslim communities, carrying with it a rich cultural and historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Batoul over time
The chart below shows babies named Batoul registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Batoul, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Batoul by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Batoul 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 | #5111 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5451 | 13 | 4 |
| 2000s | #3261 | 11 | 2 |
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- Bella 14,112
- Bonnie 12,149
- Beatrice 11,306
- Bethan 7,968
- Beth 6,440
- Betsy 5,065
- Beatrix 4,317
- Billie 4,220
- Beau 3,231
- Bryony 3,167
FAQ
Batoul: questions and answers
How popular is the name Batoul in the UK right now?
In 2023, Batoul was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Batoul most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 6 babies registered as Batoul in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Batoul?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "untouched virgin" or "virtuous young girl".
How many people are called Batoul in the UK?
A total of 31 babies have been registered as Batoul across the 8 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.