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UK name, mostly girls

Harmanpreet

A name of Indian origin meaning "God's joy" or "God's bliss".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 13 boys.

Harmanpreet is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Harmanpreet popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5730, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 4 births.

This profile covers 16 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1999 to 2015. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 16 living people in the UK are called Harmanpreet. 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 2016 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Harmanpreet ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2003, when 4 girls were registered as Harmanpreet.
  • Harmanpreet is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 16 living people in the UK are estimated to have Harmanpreet as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 55.2% of Harmanpreet registrations are for girls.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5730

2015

Births in 2015

3

Latest year

Peak year

2003

4 births

Estimated living

16

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Harmanpreet

In England and Wales birth records, Harmanpreet has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 44.8% of registrations are for boys and 55.2% 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.

45% boys
55% girls
Boys13 (44.8%)Girls16 (55.2%)

Harmanpreet registered for boys

  • Ranked #3,830 in 2011
  • 4 boys registered in 2011
  • Peak: 2011 (4 births)

Harmanpreet registered for girls

  • Ranked #5,730 in 2015
  • 3 girls registered in 2015
  • Peak: 2003 (4 births)

Meaning

What does Harmanpreet mean?

The name Harmanpreet is a combination of two words - "Harman" and "Preet" - derived from the Sanskrit language, which originated in ancient India. The word "Harman" means delight or joy, while "Preet" signifies love or affection. Together, the name Harmanpreet can be translated as "one who delights in love" or "one who takes joy in love."

Historically, the name Harmanpreet has its roots in the rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the region of Punjab. It is believed to have been used as a given name for centuries, with references dating back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Harmanpreet can be found in the ancient Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, there is a character named Harmanpreet, who was a skilled warrior and archer.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Harmanpreet. One of the most famous was Harmanpreet Kaur (born 1989), an Indian cricketer who played for the Indian women's national cricket team. She is widely regarded as one of the most successful and talented cricketers in the history of women's cricket.

Another notable figure was Harmanpreet Singh (1932-2012), a renowned Punjabi writer and poet who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of Punjab. His works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.

In the field of music, Harmanpreet Saron (born 1985) is a well-known Indian singer and songwriter, who has gained popularity for her soulful vocals and innovative fusion of traditional Indian music with contemporary genres.

Harmanpreet Bajwa (born 1972) is a prominent Canadian politician of Indian descent, who has served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia since 2009, representing the riding of Surrey-Whalley.

Lastly, Harmanpreet Kaur (born 1991) is an Indian actress who has appeared in several Punjabi films and television shows, garnering praise for her acting abilities and on-screen presence.

While these are just a few examples, the name Harmanpreet has been carried by numerous individuals throughout history, each leaving their unique mark and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural diversity.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Harmanpreet over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Harmanpreet in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Harmanpreet, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
02356199620052015

Decades

Harmanpreet by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Harmanpreet 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 #5719 6 2
2000s #3866 7 2
1990s #3900 3 1

Related

Names similar to Harmanpreet

FAQ

Harmanpreet: questions and answers

How popular is the name Harmanpreet in the UK right now?

In 2015, Harmanpreet was ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Harmanpreet most popular?

The peak year on record was 2003, with 4 babies registered as Harmanpreet in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Harmanpreet?

A name of Indian origin meaning "God's joy" or "God's bliss".

How many people are called Harmanpreet in the UK?

A total of 16 babies have been registered as Harmanpreet 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.