UK boy's name
Hastin
A masculine name of Hindi origin meaning "elephant" or "noble".
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.
Hastin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Hastin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4647, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2011 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.
Hastin is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Hastin. 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
- • Hastin ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 3 boys were registered as Hastin.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hastin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4647
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2011
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Hastin mean?
The name Hastin has its roots in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "hasta," which translates to "hand" or "elephant's trunk." This connection suggests that the name may have been initially associated with strength, dexterity, or a link to the revered elephant in Indian culture.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hastin can be found in the epic Hindu scripture, the Mahabharata. In this ancient text, Hastin was the name of a prince from the Kuru dynasty, known for his bravery and skill in battle. This reference dates back to the 8th or 9th century BCE, establishing the name's antiquity and cultural significance.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Hastin. One such figure was Hastin, a Rajput ruler who lived in the 11th century CE and established the Chauhan dynasty in the northern Indian region of Rajasthan. His reign was marked by numerous military victories and the founding of the city of Hathundia (now known as Hathundi).
Another prominent bearer of the name was Hastin, a 12th-century Kashmiri poet and scholar renowned for his works on grammar, rhetoric, and poetics. His treatise, "Shrutibodha," was highly influential in the study of Sanskrit linguistics and literature during that era.
In the realm of spirituality, Hastin was the name of a revered Sikh warrior and martyr who lived in the late 17th century. He fought alongside Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth and final human Guru of the Sikhs, and is celebrated for his unwavering courage and sacrifice in defending the Sikh faith.
Moving forward in time, Hastin was the name of a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement of the early 20th century. Born in 1894, Hastin Singh was a freedom fighter and revolutionary who actively participated in the struggle against British colonial rule in India. His contributions to the nation's liberation efforts have been documented in historical records and narratives.
These examples showcase the rich history and cultural significance associated with the name Hastin, which has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including royalty, scholars, warriors, and freedom fighters, across different eras and regions of the Indian subcontinent.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Hastin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hastin 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 | #4647 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Hastin
- 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
Hastin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hastin in the UK right now?
In 2011, Hastin was ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Hastin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 3 babies registered as Hastin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hastin?
A masculine name of Hindi origin meaning "elephant" or "noble".
How many people are called Hastin in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Hastin across the 1 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.