UK name, mostly girls
Hargun
A Hindu name derived from Sanskrit meaning "weapon, missile" or "thunderbolt".
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.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 55 boys.
Hargun is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Hargun popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1449, with 22 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 22 births.
This profile covers 228 England and Wales registrations across 17 recorded years from 2008 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.
Hargun is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 227 living people in the UK are called Hargun. 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
- • Hargun ranked #1449 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 22 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 22 girls were registered as Hargun.
- • Hargun is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 227 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hargun as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 80.6% of Hargun registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1449
2024
Births in 2024
22
Latest year
Peak year
2024
22 births
Estimated living
227
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Hargun
In England and Wales birth records, Hargun has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 19.4% of registrations are for boys and 80.6% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Hargun registered for boys
- Ranked #4,270 in 2024
- 4 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2013 (6 births)
Hargun registered for girls
- Ranked #1,449 in 2024
- 22 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (22 births)
Meaning
What does Hargun mean?
The name Hargun is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that was widely spoken in the Indian subcontinent. The name is a combination of two Sanskrit words, "Har" meaning "Lord" and "Gun" meaning "virtue" or "quality." Therefore, the name Hargun can be interpreted as "one who possesses the qualities of the Lord" or "one who is virtuous."
The earliest recorded use of the name Hargun dates back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was used to refer to individuals who were considered to be spiritually enlightened or possessing exceptional qualities. In Hindu mythology, the name is associated with Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities of Hinduism, who is revered for his virtues and qualities.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Hargun was a 7th-century Indian scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of Vedanta, a branch of Hindu philosophy. He is known for his commentaries on various Hindu scriptures, including the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita.
In the 12th century, there was a renowned poet and musician named Hargun who was a member of the royal court of the Sena dynasty in Bengal. He is credited with composing several poetic works and contributing to the development of classical Indian music.
Another notable figure with the name Hargun was a 16th-century Sikh warrior and military commander who fought against the Mughal empire. He is remembered for his bravery and unwavering commitment to the Sikh faith.
In the 18th century, Hargun Singh was a prominent ruler of the Sikh Empire who was known for his military prowess and administrative skills. He played a crucial role in expanding the territories of the Sikh Empire and is remembered as a skilled strategist and leader.
The name Hargun has also been associated with various spiritual leaders and gurus throughout history. For example, in the 19th century, there was a renowned Sikh spiritual leader named Hargun Singh who was revered for his teachings and contributions to the Sikh faith.
While the name Hargun has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly among the Sikh and Hindu communities. The name continues to be popular today, carrying with it a rich cultural and historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Hargun over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Hargun in England and Wales, from 2006 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 Hargun, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 22 births in 2024, compared with 22 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hargun by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hargun 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 | #1647 | 92 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2744 | 125 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3641 | 11 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Hargun
- Hannah 67,635
- Holly 52,307
- Harriet 24,781
- Hollie 17,902
- Harper 15,784
- Heidi 12,675
- Hallie 9,873
- Hope 9,414
- Hayley 5,968
- Hazel 5,954
- Hanna 5,735
- Heather 5,497
FAQ
Hargun: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hargun in the UK right now?
In 2024, Hargun was ranked #1449 for girls in England and Wales, with 22 births registered.
When was Hargun most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 22 babies registered as Hargun in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hargun?
A Hindu name derived from Sanskrit meaning "weapon, missile" or "thunderbolt".
How many people are called Hargun in the UK?
A total of 228 babies have been registered as Hargun across the 17 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.