UK girl's name
Harini
A feminine Hindu name meaning "green, verdant" or "flourishing, thriving".
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.
Harini is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Harini popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3318, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 15 births.
This profile covers 192 England and Wales registrations across 24 recorded years from 2000 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 47% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 191 living people in the UK are called Harini. 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
- • Harini ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 15 girls were registered as Harini.
- • About 191 living people in the UK are estimated to have Harini as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3318
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2007
15 births
Estimated living
191
2026
Meaning
What does Harini mean?
The name Harini has its origins rooted in the ancient Sanskrit language, dating back to the Vedic period in India. Derived from the Sanskrit word "hari," meaning "lord" or "the supreme soul," the name Harini is often associated with the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of beauty, grace, and prosperity.
In Hindu mythology, Harini is sometimes referred to as an epithet for the goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing her radiant and alluring nature. The name itself carries a sense of divinity and is believed to bestow blessings upon those who bear it.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Harini can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Puranas and the Upanishads, where it is mentioned in various devotional hymns and prayers.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Harini. One of the most prominent is Harini Srinivasan (1940-2021), an accomplished Indian classical dancer and choreographer who dedicated her life to preserving and promoting the art of Bharatanatyam.
Another notable Harini was Harini Sivakumar (born 1985), an Indian cricketer who played for the Indian national women's cricket team and was a part of their World Cup campaign in 2009.
In the realm of literature, Harini Srivatsa (born 1972) is a renowned Indian author and poet, known for her thought-provoking works that explore themes of identity, culture, and the human experience.
The name Harini also graced the stage with Harini Harikrishnan (born 1987), a talented Indian classical dancer and actress who has performed in various productions, showcasing her exceptional talent and grace.
Lastly, Harini Jayaram (born 1975) is a prominent Indian entrepreneur and businesswoman who co-founded the successful online marketplace Shiksha.com, dedicated to providing educational resources and guidance to students across India.
These are just a few examples of the many remarkable individuals who have carried the name Harini throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human endeavor.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Harini over time
The chart below shows babies named Harini registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 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 Harini, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Harini by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Harini 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 | #4823 | 21 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2883 | 79 | 9 |
| 2000s | #2441 | 92 | 10 |
Related
Names similar to Harini
- 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
Harini: questions and answers
How popular is the name Harini in the UK right now?
In 2024, Harini was ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Harini most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 15 babies registered as Harini in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Harini?
A feminine Hindu name meaning "green, verdant" or "flourishing, thriving".
How many people are called Harini in the UK?
A total of 192 babies have been registered as Harini across the 24 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.