UK girl's name
Epiphany
A feminine name derived from Greek meaning a divine manifestation or revelation.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Epiphany is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Epiphany popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5545, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1997 to 2008. 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 Epiphany. 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 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Epiphany ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Epiphany.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Epiphany as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5545
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Epiphany mean?
The given name Epiphany has its roots in the Greek language and is derived from the word "epiphaneia," which means "manifestation" or "appearance." The name is closely associated with the Christian feast day known as Epiphany, celebrated on January 6th, which commemorates the revelation of Jesus Christ as the Messiah to the Gentiles, represented by the visit of the Magi (Three Wise Men) bearing gifts to the newborn child in Bethlehem.
The term "epiphaneia" was originally used in ancient Greek to describe the appearance or manifestation of a divine being or a significant event. It was adopted into the Christian tradition to refer to the moment when Jesus's divinity was revealed to the world. The feast of Epiphany has been celebrated in the Christian church since the 4th century AD.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Epiphany can be found in the writings of the 4th-century church father, Gregory of Nazianzus, who referred to the feast day as "the Epiphany of God to us." Over time, the name became more commonly used as a personal name, particularly among Christian communities.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Epiphany. One of the earliest was Epiphanius of Salamis (c. 310-403 AD), a prominent scholar and bishop in the early Christian church, known for his writings against heresies. Another notable bearer of the name was Epiphanius the Wise (1310-1335), a renowned Serbian archbishop and writer.
In the 16th century, Epiphany Vest (c. 1520-1609) was an English Catholic martyr who was executed during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I for harboring and aiding Catholic priests. Epiphany Munro (c. 1800-1879) was a Scottish botanist and explorer who conducted extensive research on the flora of New South Wales, Australia.
More recently, Epiphany Salaam (1933-2010) was an American artist and educator known for her vibrant abstract paintings and her work in promoting diversity and inclusion in the arts.
While the name Epiphany has religious connotations and is associated with the Christian tradition, it has also been embraced by individuals from various backgrounds and cultures, drawn to its meaning of revelation, manifestation, and enlightenment.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Epiphany over time
The chart below shows babies named Epiphany registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2008. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Epiphany, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2008, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Epiphany by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Epiphany 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 | #5545 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Epiphany
- Emily 121,621
- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Epiphany: questions and answers
How popular is the name Epiphany in the UK right now?
In 2008, Epiphany was ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Epiphany most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Epiphany in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Epiphany?
A feminine name derived from Greek meaning a divine manifestation or revelation.
How many people are called Epiphany in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Epiphany 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.