UK boy's name
Hardik
An Indian masculine given name meaning "valiant", "courageous" or "stout-hearted".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Hardik is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Hardik popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3822, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2013 to 2013. 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.
Hardik is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Hardik. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Hardik ranked #3822 for boys in England and Wales in 2013, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 4 boys were registered as Hardik.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hardik as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3822
2013
Births in 2013
4
Latest year
Peak year
2013
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Hardik mean?
The name Hardik is of Hindu origin and has its roots in the Sanskrit language. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "hridayam," which means "heart" or "core." The name is believed to have been in use since ancient times in the Indian subcontinent.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hardik can be found in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this ancient text, Hardik is mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandava princes during the epic battle of Kurukshetra.
The name Hardik has also been associated with various deities and spiritual figures in Hindu mythology. For instance, one of the names of Lord Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and transformation, is "Hridayesh," which translates to "the lord of the heart."
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Hardik. One of the earliest recorded instances is Hardik Bhat, a prominent Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 7th century CE in the region of present-day Gujarat, India.
Another significant figure with the name Hardik was Hardik Sanghi, a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived during the 13th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and is credited with developing methods for solving complex algebraic equations.
In more recent times, Hardik Patel, an Indian social activist and leader of the Patidar reservation movement, gained prominence in the early 21st century. He was born in 1993 and played a crucial role in mobilizing the Patidar community in Gujarat, demanding reservations in education and government jobs.
Hardik Pandya, an Indian international cricketer, is another well-known individual with this name. Born in 1993, he is an all-rounder who has represented India in all three formats of the game and has been an integral part of the national team's success in recent years.
Hardik Mehta, an Indian film director and screenwriter, has also made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He is known for his critically acclaimed films such as "Kaamyaab" and "Roohi," both of which explore unique themes and narratives.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Hardik by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hardik 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3822 | 4 | 1 |
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- Harrison 45,958
- Harvey 35,648
- Harley 22,095
- Hugo 18,779
- Hayden 12,622
- Hunter 10,350
- Hudson 9,104
- Hamza 8,564
- Hassan 5,982
- Hasan 3,599
FAQ
Hardik: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hardik in the UK right now?
In 2013, Hardik was ranked #3822 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Hardik most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 4 babies registered as Hardik in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hardik?
An Indian masculine given name meaning "valiant", "courageous" or "stout-hearted".
How many people are called Hardik in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Hardik across the 1 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.