UK boy's name
Batuhan
A name of Turkish origin meaning "son of a falcon, heroic soldier".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Batuhan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Batuhan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 8 births.
This profile covers 73 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2000 to 2020. 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 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 72 living people in the UK are called Batuhan. 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 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Batuhan ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 8 boys were registered as Batuhan.
- • About 72 living people in the UK are estimated to have Batuhan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
8 births
Estimated living
72
2026
Meaning
What does Batuhan mean?
The name Batuhan has its origins in the Turkish language and culture. It is a combination of two words: "batu" meaning "stone" or "rock," and "han" meaning "ruler" or "lord." The earliest recorded use of this name dates back to the Ottoman Empire era, specifically during the 16th and 17th centuries.
Batuhan was a common name among the Ottoman nobility and ruling class, as it symbolized strength, resilience, and authority. It was often given to sons born into powerful families or to those who demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities from a young age.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Batuhan can be found in the chronicles of the Ottoman historian Mustafa Naima, who documented the life of Batuhan Pasha, a high-ranking military officer and governor during the reign of Sultan Murad IV (1623-1640). Batuhan Pasha was renowned for his valor and strategic prowess in various campaigns against the Safavid Empire and the Habsburgs.
Another notable figure bearing the name Batuhan was Batuhan Efendi, a respected scholar and poet who lived during the 17th century. He was known for his contributions to Ottoman literature and his works often depicted the grandeur and splendor of the Ottoman court.
In more recent history, Batuhan Yasar (1907-1983) was a prominent Turkish journalist and author. He was a prolific writer and played a significant role in shaping the modern Turkish literary landscape.
Batuhan Eralp (1920-1993) was a distinguished Turkish diplomat and political figure. He served as Turkey's ambassador to several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, and was instrumental in strengthening Turkey's international relations during his career.
Batuhan Büyükşehir (born 1976) is a contemporary Turkish actor and director. He has starred in numerous popular TV series and films, garnering critical acclaim for his versatile performances and artistic vision.
While the name Batuhan has its roots in the Ottoman Empire, it has transcended its historical context and continues to be a popular choice among Turkish families today, carrying with it a sense of strength, leadership, and cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Batuhan over time
The chart below shows babies named Batuhan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Batuhan, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Batuhan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Batuhan 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 | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3927 | 25 | 6 |
| 2000s | #2968 | 45 | 9 |
Related
Names similar to Batuhan
- Benjamin 90,412
- Ben 36,356
- Bradley 30,230
- Brandon 26,411
- Billy 18,608
- Bobby 16,904
- Blake 16,337
- Bailey 16,014
- Brody 7,230
- Beau 6,722
- Barnaby 5,284
- Brodie 4,801
FAQ
Batuhan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Batuhan in the UK right now?
In 2020, Batuhan was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Batuhan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 8 babies registered as Batuhan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Batuhan?
A name of Turkish origin meaning "son of a falcon, heroic soldier".
How many people are called Batuhan in the UK?
A total of 73 babies have been registered as Batuhan across the 16 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.