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UK girl's name

Ghofran

A feminine Arabic name meaning forgiveness, pardon, or absolution.

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.

Ghofran is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ghofran popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 3 births.

This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2020 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 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 Ghofran. 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

  • Ghofran ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2020, when 3 girls were registered as Ghofran.
  • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ghofran as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5891

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

2020

3 births

Estimated living

6

2026

Meaning

What does Ghofran mean?

The name Ghofran has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "ghafr," which means forgiveness or pardon. The name is believed to have emerged during the early centuries of Islam, as it reflects the spiritual and religious values of the Islamic faith.

Ghofran is a name that carries deep symbolic meaning in the Arab world. It is often associated with qualities such as compassion, mercy, and the ability to forgive others. In Islamic tradition, seeking forgiveness and granting forgiveness are highly valued virtues, and the name Ghofran embodies these principles.

One of the earliest known references to the name Ghofran can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. The word "ghafr" appears multiple times in the sacred text, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and seeking pardon from Allah (God).

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ghofran. One of the earliest recorded examples is Ghofran al-Kindi, an Arab poet who lived in the 9th century during the Abbasid Caliphate. His poetry often explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience.

Another prominent figure with the name Ghofran was Ghofran al-Qulaybi, a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 11th century. He made significant contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) and was widely respected for his knowledge and wisdom.

In the 12th century, Ghofran al-Mawsili was a celebrated musician and composer from Mosul, Iraq. He is credited with developing and refining several musical modes and styles, and his works were highly regarded by his contemporaries.

During the 13th century, Ghofran al-Dimashqi was a prominent historian and author from Damascus, Syria. His extensive writings documented the political and social events of his time, providing valuable insights into the history of the region.

In more recent times, Ghofran Umayya was a revered Syrian poet and writer who lived in the 20th century. Her poetry explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and she was widely acclaimed for her poetic mastery and profound insights.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Ghofran throughout history. The name has transcended time and cultures, carrying with it the powerful message of forgiveness, compassion, and the pursuit of spiritual growth.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Ghofran over time

The chart below shows babies named Ghofran registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2020 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 Ghofran, the clearest high point is 2020. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Ghofran
01223202020222024

Decades

Ghofran by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ghofran 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 #5692 6 2

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FAQ

Ghofran: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Ghofran was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Ghofran most popular?

The peak year on record was 2020, with 3 babies registered as Ghofran in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Ghofran?

A feminine Arabic name meaning forgiveness, pardon, or absolution.

How many people are called Ghofran in the UK?

A total of 6 babies have been registered as Ghofran 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.