UK boy's name
Dhir
Of Sanskrit origin, meaning patient, calm, and composed.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Dhir is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Dhir popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4647, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2009 to 2011. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Dhir. 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 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Dhir ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 boys were registered as Dhir.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Dhir as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4647
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Dhir mean?
The given name Dhir has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was the classical language of ancient India. The name can be traced back to the Vedic period, which spanned from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'dhira', which means steadfast, brave, or courageous.
The name Dhir is mentioned in various ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, including the Vedas and the Puranas. It was a common name among the warrior class, known as the Kshatriyas, during the ancient times in India. The name was often given to boys who were expected to grow up to be brave and valiant warriors.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dhir can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic that dates back to around 400 BCE. In the epic, Dhir was the name of a prince who was known for his bravery and valor in battle.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Dhir. One of the most famous was Dhir Singh Rathore (1670-1744), a Rajput ruler of the princely state of Marwar (now part of Rajasthan, India). He was known for his military prowess and his successful campaigns against the Mughal Empire.
Another notable figure was Dhir Hari Shastri (1853-1922), a renowned Sanskrit scholar and philosopher from India. He was widely respected for his vast knowledge of Hindu scriptures and his contributions to the study of ancient Indian literature.
In the field of art, Dhir Singh Gaylord (1920-2003) was a prominent Indian-American artist known for his vibrant and colorful paintings depicting scenes from Indian mythology and culture.
Dhir Singh Bedi (1902-1995) was an Indian field hockey player who represented India at the 1928 and 1932 Summer Olympics, where he won a gold medal in both games.
Lastly, Dhir Bikram Shah (1801-1857) was the King of Nepal from 1832 to 1839. He is remembered for his efforts to modernize the Nepalese army and his support for the arts and culture.
While these are just a few examples, the name Dhir has been borne by many notable individuals throughout history, reflecting its strong association with courage, bravery, and steadfastness.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Dhir over time
The chart below shows babies named Dhir registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Dhir, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dhir by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Dhir 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 | #4647 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4527 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Dhir: questions and answers
How popular is the name Dhir in the UK right now?
In 2011, Dhir was ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Dhir most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Dhir in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Dhir?
Of Sanskrit origin, meaning patient, calm, and composed.
How many people are called Dhir in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Dhir across the 2 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.