UK boy's name
Behzad
A Persian masculine name meaning "beautiful" or "prosperous".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Behzad is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Behzad popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 5 births.
This profile covers 23 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2010 to 2022. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 23 living people in the UK are called Behzad. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Behzad ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 5 boys were registered as Behzad.
- • About 23 living people in the UK are estimated to have Behzad as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
5 births
Estimated living
23
2026
Meaning
What does Behzad mean?
The name Behzad is of Persian origin, tracing its roots to the ancient Iranian language of Pahlavi. It is a compound name, derived from the words "beh" meaning "good" and "zad" meaning "born" or "created." Collectively, it can be interpreted as "well-born" or "noble."
Historically, the name Behzad has been associated with artistic excellence and cultural refinement in Persian societies. One of the earliest and most renowned figures bearing this name was Kamal ud-Din Behzad, a celebrated Persian painter and miniaturist who lived during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. He is considered a master of the Herat school of painting and his intricate works have been preserved in various museums and collections around the world.
Another notable Behzad in Persian history was Behzad Lari, a prominent 16th-century architect and calligrapher. He is renowned for his contributions to the architectural marvels of Isfahan, including the stunning Naqsh-e Jahan Square and the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. His calligraphic works adorned many buildings and manuscripts, showcasing his artistic prowess.
In the realm of literature, Behzad Farahani was a celebrated 12th-century Persian poet. His poetic compositions, known as ghazals, have been widely admired for their lyrical beauty and profound insights. Farahani's works have been preserved and studied by scholars of Persian literature throughout the centuries.
Behzad Nabavi, born in 1938, was a prominent Iranian politician and diplomat. He served as the Minister of Heavy Industries under the Shah's government and played a crucial role in Iran's industrialization efforts during the 20th century. Nabavi was also actively involved in diplomatic endeavors, representing Iran in various international forums.
In more recent times, Behzad Yaghmaian, born in 1949, has made significant contributions to the field of economics and social justice. As a professor and author, he has written extensively on issues of poverty, globalization, and economic development. His works have shed light on the challenges faced by developing nations and advocated for equitable economic policies.
These are just a few notable individuals who have carried the name Behzad throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and demonstrating the rich cultural heritage associated with this Persian name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Behzad over time
The chart below shows babies named Behzad registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Behzad, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Behzad by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Behzad 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 | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4496 | 20 | 6 |
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- 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
Behzad: questions and answers
How popular is the name Behzad in the UK right now?
In 2022, Behzad was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Behzad most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 5 babies registered as Behzad in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Behzad?
A Persian masculine name meaning "beautiful" or "prosperous".
How many people are called Behzad in the UK?
A total of 23 babies have been registered as Behzad 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.