UK boy's name
Gohar
A Persian name meaning "precious gem" or "brilliant star".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Gohar is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Gohar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4333, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2000 to 2007. 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 Gohar. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Gohar ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 3 boys were registered as Gohar.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Gohar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4333
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Gohar mean?
The name Gohar is believed to have its origins in the Persian language. It is derived from the Persian word "gohar" which means "jewel" or "precious stone". The name has been in use for centuries and is found in various cultures and regions influenced by the Persian language and culture.
In the ancient Persian literature, the word "gohar" is often used metaphorically to describe something or someone of great value or beauty. The name Gohar may have been given to children with the hope that they would possess qualities that were as precious and valuable as a jewel.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gohar can be found in the works of the famous 12th-century Persian poet, Nizami Ganjavi. In his epic poem "Khosrow and Shirin", one of the characters is named Gohar, who is described as a beautiful and virtuous woman.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Gohar. One of the earliest was Gohar Shad (1366-1468), an influential Persian princess and wife of the Timurid ruler, Shah Rukh. She was known for her patronage of architecture and her support for the arts and education.
Another prominent figure was Gohar Amu (1801-1835), a Persian poet and calligrapher who was renowned for his mastery of the Nasta'liq script. His works are considered among the finest examples of Persian calligraphy.
In the realm of literature, Gohar Qalam (1892-1962) was a celebrated Uzbek writer and playwright. Her works often explored themes of social justice and the emancipation of women in Central Asia.
The name Gohar has also been borne by notable figures in the arts. Gohar Gasparyan (1924-2007) was an Armenian composer and conductor who made significant contributions to the development of Armenian classical music.
Lastly, Gohar Shahi (1933-2016) was a Pakistani classical singer and musician, renowned for her performances of Sufi and devotional music. She was awarded the prestigious Pride of Performance award by the Pakistani government in recognition of her artistic achievements.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Gohar over time
The chart below shows babies named Gohar registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Gohar, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2007, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Gohar by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Gohar 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 | #3685 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Gohar
- George 121,258
- Gabriel 20,581
- Grayson 7,636
- Gregory 2,925
- Guy 2,646
- Gareth 2,092
- Gethin 1,880
- Georgie 1,872
- Gary 1,575
- Gavin 1,422
- Giovanni 1,252
- Grant 1,199
FAQ
Gohar: questions and answers
How popular is the name Gohar in the UK right now?
In 2007, Gohar was ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Gohar most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 3 babies registered as Gohar in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Gohar?
A Persian name meaning "precious gem" or "brilliant star".
How many people are called Gohar in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Gohar 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.