UK boy's name
Harshal
A masculine Hindu name of Sanskrit origin meaning "joyful" or "blissful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Harshal is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Harshal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3300, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 5 births.
This profile covers 14 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2000 to 2011. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 14 living people in the UK are called Harshal. 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 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Harshal ranked #3300 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 5 boys were registered as Harshal.
- • About 14 living people in the UK are estimated to have Harshal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3300
2011
Births in 2011
5
Latest year
Peak year
2009
5 births
Estimated living
14
2026
Meaning
What does Harshal mean?
The name Harshal is of Sanskrit origin, and its roots can be traced back to ancient India. It is a compound word formed by combining the Sanskrit words "harsh" meaning joy or delight, and "al" meaning to obtain or possess. Thus, the name Harshal can be interpreted to mean "the one who brings joy" or "the one who possesses delight."
This name has a rich cultural and historical significance in Hindu traditions. In ancient Sanskrit texts, such as the Vedas and Upanishads, the concept of "harsh" or joy is often associated with spiritual enlightenment and the attainment of inner peace. The name Harshal, therefore, may have been bestowed upon individuals who were believed to possess a joyful and contented disposition.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Harshal can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, Harshal is mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandavas in the great battle of Kurukshetra.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Harshal. One of the most famous was Harshal Mehta (1923-1999), an Indian businessman and philanthropist who founded the Mehta Group of Companies. He was widely recognized for his contributions to education and social welfare initiatives.
Another prominent figure with this name was Harshal Pushkarna (1935-2011), an Indian poet, and writer who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award, one of the highest literary honors in India, for his collection of poetry titled "Kavita Sangrah" in 1989.
In the realm of sports, Harshal Patel (born 1991) is a Indian cricketer who plays for the Indian national cricket team. He is known for his skillful bowling and has represented India in various international tournaments.
Harshal Bhavsar (1946-2002) was an Indian classical vocalist and musician who was renowned for his contributions to the Hindustani classical music tradition. He received numerous accolades, including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, for his exceptional performances and compositions.
Harshal Chikara (born 1984) is an Indian actor and model who has appeared in various Bollywood films and television shows. He gained popularity for his role in the critically acclaimed film "Paan Singh Tomar" in 2012.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Harshal over time
The chart below shows babies named Harshal registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Harshal, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2011, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Harshal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Harshal 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 | #3300 | 5 | 1 |
| 2000s | #2864 | 9 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Harshal
- 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
Harshal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Harshal in the UK right now?
In 2011, Harshal was ranked #3300 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Harshal most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 5 babies registered as Harshal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Harshal?
A masculine Hindu name of Sanskrit origin meaning "joyful" or "blissful".
How many people are called Harshal in the UK?
A total of 14 babies have been registered as Harshal across the 3 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.