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UK boy's name

Ehab

An Arabic name derived from the word "Hiba" meaning "gift".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Ehab is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ehab popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 8 births.

This profile covers 52 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. 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 63% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 52 living people in the UK are called Ehab. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Ehab ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2016, when 8 boys were registered as Ehab.
  • About 52 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ehab as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3688

2024

Births in 2024

5

Latest year

Peak year

2016

8 births

Estimated living

52

2026

Meaning

What does Ehab mean?

The name Ehab has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "haba," which means "to give" or "to grant." The name Ehab can be translated as "the one who gives" or "the giver."

In the early days of Islam, the name Ehab was given to children as a reminder of the importance of generosity and kindness towards others. It was believed that by bestowing this name upon a child, they would grow up to be a person who willingly shares their blessings with those in need.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ehab can be found in the writings of the famous Arab historian and scholar, Al-Tabari (838-923 CE). In his chronicle of early Islamic history, Al-Tabari mentions an individual named Ehab ibn Abi Bakrah, who was a prominent figure during the reign of the Umayyad Caliph, Muawiyah I (661-680 CE).

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ehab. One of the most famous was Ehab Al-Shami (1892-1980), an Egyptian poet and writer who was part of the literary renaissance movement in the early 20th century. His poetic works celebrated the beauty and richness of the Arabic language and culture.

Another prominent figure with the name Ehab was Ehab Lotayef (1938-2021), an Egyptian actor and comedian who entertained audiences for over six decades with his comedic performances on stage and screen. He was widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of Arabic theatre and cinema.

In the field of sports, Ehab Amin (born 1983) is a professional squash player from Egypt who has won numerous international tournaments and represented his country in major competitions. He has been ranked among the top squash players in the world for several years.

Ehab Nasr (born 1967) is an Egyptian engineer and entrepreneur who founded one of the leading IT companies in the Middle East. He has been recognized for his contributions to the technology sector and his efforts in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.

Ehab Tawfik (born 1957) is an Egyptian physician and author who has written several bestselling novels and short stories. His literary works often explore themes of love, loss, and the human condition, resonating with readers across the Arab world and beyond.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Ehab over time

The chart below shows babies named Ehab registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Ehab, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Ehab
02468199720102024

Decades

Ehab by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ehab 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 #2977 26 4
2010s #4167 17 4
2000s #3783 6 2
1990s #2859 3 1

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FAQ

Ehab: questions and answers

How popular is the name Ehab in the UK right now?

In 2024, Ehab was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Ehab most popular?

The peak year on record was 2016, with 8 babies registered as Ehab in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Ehab?

An Arabic name derived from the word "Hiba" meaning "gift".

How many people are called Ehab in the UK?

A total of 52 babies have been registered as Ehab across the 11 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.