UK girl's name
Bijal
A feminine Gujarati given name derived from Sanskrit meaning "lightning" or "thunderbolt".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2000. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Bijal is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Bijal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2000 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3912, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 8 births.
This profile covers 24 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1996 to 2000. 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 24 living people in the UK are called Bijal. 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 2001 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Bijal ranked #3912 for girls in England and Wales in 2000, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 8 girls were registered as Bijal.
- • About 24 living people in the UK are estimated to have Bijal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3912
2000
Births in 2000
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
8 births
Estimated living
24
2026
Meaning
What does Bijal mean?
The name Bijal has its origins in the Sanskrit language of ancient India. It is derived from the word "vijala," which means "lightning" or "thunderbolt." The name has been in use for centuries, and its popularity spread across the Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions where Sanskrit and its derivatives were spoken.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bijal can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures. It was often associated with deities or mythological figures possessing power and strength, reflecting the name's connection to lightning and thunderbolts. The name held a symbolic significance, representing qualities such as courage, energy, and resilience.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Bijal. One of the most prominent was Bijal Thakur (1525-1597), a renowned warrior and military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar. His bravery and strategic acumen earned him a place in the annals of Mughal history.
Another noteworthy figure was Bijal Brahmin (1620-1690), a renowned scholar and philosopher from the Brahmin community of India. He made significant contributions to the study of Sanskrit literature and is regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of his time.
In the realm of arts and literature, Bijal Vyas (1875-1942) was a celebrated poet and playwright from Gujarat, India. His works were instrumental in reviving and popularizing Gujarati literature during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
More recently, Bijal Vachhrajani (1944-2012) was a prominent Indian lawyer and human rights activist. She dedicated her life to advocating for the rights of marginalized communities and played a pivotal role in shaping India's legal landscape.
Bijal Trivedi (1962-present) is a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She has received numerous accolades for her contributions to the field of Kathak dance, including the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Government of India.
The name Bijal has transcended geographical boundaries and cultural contexts, carrying with it a rich history and symbolic significance rooted in ancient Sanskrit traditions. Its association with strength, energy, and resilience has endured through the ages, making it a name that continues to resonate with people from diverse backgrounds.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Bijal over time
The chart below shows babies named Bijal registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2000. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Bijal, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2000, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Bijal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Bijal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3912 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #2163 | 21 | 3 |
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FAQ
Bijal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Bijal in the UK right now?
In 2000, Bijal was ranked #3912 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Bijal most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 8 babies registered as Bijal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Bijal?
A feminine Gujarati given name derived from Sanskrit meaning "lightning" or "thunderbolt".
How many people are called Bijal in the UK?
A total of 24 babies have been registered as Bijal across the 4 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.