UK boy's name
Harjap
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "to recite praises of God".
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.
Harjap is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Harjap popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2443, with 9 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 9 births.
This profile covers 25 England and Wales registrations across 5 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.
Harjap is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 25 living people in the UK are called Harjap. 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
- • Harjap ranked #2443 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 9 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 9 boys were registered as Harjap.
- • About 25 living people in the UK are estimated to have Harjap as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2443
2024
Births in 2024
9
Latest year
Peak year
2024
9 births
Estimated living
25
2026
Meaning
What does Harjap mean?
The name Harjap has its origins in the Punjabi language, which is spoken primarily in the northern Indian state of Punjab and the eastern Pakistani province of Punjab. The name is derived from the Punjabi words "har" meaning "God" and "jap" meaning "chant" or "recitation." Historically, the name was likely given to individuals within the Sikh tradition, as the chanting or recitation of sacred hymns and prayers is an integral part of Sikhism.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Harjap can be found in the Guru Granth Sahib, the sacred scripture of Sikhism, which was compiled in the 16th and 17th centuries. The name appears in several hymns and compositions, suggesting its use among the Sikh community during that period.
In the 18th century, Harjap Singh (1700-1783) was a prominent Sikh warrior and military leader who played a crucial role in the struggle against the Afghan invaders and the Mughal Empire. He is revered for his bravery and leadership in defending the Sikh faith and community.
Another notable figure bearing the name Harjap was Harjap Singh Aujla (1927-1986), an Indian politician and member of the Shiromani Akali Dal political party in Punjab. He served as a member of the Punjab Legislative Assembly and was known for his advocacy for the rights and interests of the Sikh community.
In the realm of literature, Harjap Bajwa (born 1954) is a renowned Punjabi poet and writer from India. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to Punjabi literature, including the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award in 2016.
Harjap Singh Brar (1913-1987) was an Indian military officer who served in the British Indian Army and later the Indian Army. He played a significant role in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 and was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, India's second-highest military decoration, for his bravery and leadership.
It is important to note that while the name Harjap has its roots in the Sikh tradition, it has also been adopted by individuals from other religious and cultural backgrounds within the region, reflecting the rich diversity and syncretism of South Asian cultures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Harjap over time
The chart below shows babies named Harjap registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 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 Harjap, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 9 births in 2024, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Harjap by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Harjap 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 | #3586 | 22 | 4 |
| 2000s | #4432 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Harjap
- Harry 141,693
- Henry 65,177
- 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
Harjap: questions and answers
How popular is the name Harjap in the UK right now?
In 2024, Harjap was ranked #2443 for boys in England and Wales, with 9 births registered.
When was Harjap most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 9 babies registered as Harjap in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Harjap?
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "to recite praises of God".
How many people are called Harjap in the UK?
A total of 25 babies have been registered as Harjap across the 5 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.