UK boy's name
Ekamveer
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "the only brave one".
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.
Ekamveer is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ekamveer popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 8 births.
This profile covers 59 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2010 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 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 59 living people in the UK are called Ekamveer. 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
- • Ekamveer ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 8 boys were registered as Ekamveer.
- • About 59 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ekamveer as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2022
8 births
Estimated living
59
2026
Meaning
What does Ekamveer mean?
Ekamveer is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. The name can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was used to describe a brave and courageous warrior.
The name Ekamveer is a combination of two words - "ekam" meaning "one" or "single," and "veer" meaning "brave" or "courageous." Together, the name translates to "the one brave warrior" or "the sole courageous one." It was often given to individuals who displayed exceptional valor and bravery in battle or during times of conflict.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ekamveer can be found in the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata. In this epic, the name was used to refer to a skilled archer and warrior who fought alongside the Pandava princes during the great Kurukshetra war. While the exact time period is uncertain, the Mahabharata is believed to have been composed between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Ekamveer. One such individual was Ekamveer Singh (1670-1723), a Rajput warrior and ruler of the princely state of Marwar (now part of Rajasthan, India). He was known for his bravery in battles against the Mughal Empire and for his efforts in preserving the cultural heritage of his region.
Another notable Ekamveer was Ekamveer Nathuramji (1894-1971), an Indian freedom fighter and social reformer. He actively participated in the Indian independence movement against British rule and worked tirelessly to uplift the underprivileged communities in his home state of Gujarat.
In more recent times, Ekamveer Bhavsar (1906-1990) was a renowned Indian author and playwright. His works often explored themes of social injustice and the struggle for independence, inspiring generations of readers and theatre enthusiasts.
Ekamveer Singh Grewal (1934-2004) was a highly decorated officer in the Indian Army. He served in several conflicts, including the Indo-Pakistani Wars of 1965 and 1971, and was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second-highest military honor, for his exceptional bravery and leadership.
Lastly, Ekamveer Singh Kanwan (1951-2022) was a prominent Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He served as a member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly and was known for his efforts in promoting social welfare and development initiatives in his home state.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ekamveer over time
The chart below shows babies named Ekamveer registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 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 Ekamveer, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ekamveer by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ekamveer 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 | #3547 | 22 | 4 |
| 2010s | #3990 | 37 | 9 |
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FAQ
Ekamveer: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ekamveer in the UK right now?
In 2024, Ekamveer was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ekamveer most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 8 babies registered as Ekamveer in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ekamveer?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "the only brave one".
How many people are called Ekamveer in the UK?
A total of 59 babies have been registered as Ekamveer across the 13 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.