UK boy's name
Dheer
A masculine Indian name meaning patient, calm, and composed.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Dheer is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Dheer popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3959, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 7 births.
This profile covers 20 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2010 to 2018. 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 57% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 20 living people in the UK are called Dheer. 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 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Dheer ranked #3959 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 7 boys were registered as Dheer.
- • About 20 living people in the UK are estimated to have Dheer as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3959
2018
Births in 2018
4
Latest year
Peak year
2010
7 births
Estimated living
20
2026
Meaning
What does Dheer mean?
The name Dheer finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, tracing back to ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "dhira," which means "steady," "patient," or "calm." The name Dheer is believed to have been in use since the Vedic period, around 1500-500 BCE, when Sanskrit was the predominant language of the Indian subcontinent.
In Hindu mythology, the name Dheer is mentioned in several ancient texts, including the Mahabharata and the Puranas. It is associated with virtues such as patience, perseverance, and a composed demeanor. The name was often given to children with the hope that they would embody these qualities throughout their lives.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dheer can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic poem. Dheer was the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandavas in the great battle of Kurukshetra. He was known for his unwavering courage and steadfast determination on the battlefield.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Dheer. One such individual was Dheer Singh Bishan (1550-1627), a renowned Rajput warrior and ruler of the princely state of Marwar (now part of Rajasthan, India). He was celebrated for his military prowess and his ability to maintain a calm and composed demeanor even in the face of adversity.
Another prominent figure was Dheer Rana (1685-1758), a Nepalese military commander and statesman. He played a crucial role in the unification of Nepal and is remembered for his strategic brilliance and unwavering loyalty to the monarch.
In the realm of literature, Dheer Ghose (1909-1997) was a celebrated Bengali poet and academic from India. His works explored themes of spirituality, nature, and the human condition, reflecting the calm and contemplative essence of his name.
Dheer Chand Khanna (1921-2004) was an Indian jurist who served as a judge on the Supreme Court of India from 1981 to 1986. He was known for his patient and meticulous approach to legal matters and his commitment to upholding the principles of justice.
Dheer Waman Jadhav (1929-2003) was an acclaimed Indian badminton player who represented India in multiple international tournaments. He was renowned for his calm and composed demeanor on the court, which earned him the nickname "The Steady One."
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Dheer over time
The chart below shows babies named Dheer registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Dheer, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2018, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dheer by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Dheer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3573 | 20 | 4 |
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FAQ
Dheer: questions and answers
How popular is the name Dheer in the UK right now?
In 2018, Dheer was ranked #3959 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Dheer most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 7 babies registered as Dheer in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Dheer?
A masculine Indian name meaning patient, calm, and composed.
How many people are called Dheer in the UK?
A total of 20 babies have been registered as Dheer 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.