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UK girl's name

Hindy

A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "female deer".

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.

Hindy is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Hindy popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2115, with 13 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 16 births.

This profile covers 204 England and Wales registrations across 25 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 81% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 203 living people in the UK are called Hindy. 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

  • Hindy ranked #2115 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 13 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2013, when 16 girls were registered as Hindy.
  • About 203 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hindy as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2115

2024

Births in 2024

13

Latest year

Peak year

2013

16 births

Estimated living

203

2026

Meaning

What does Hindy mean?

The name Hindy has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages and the primary liturgical language of Hinduism. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Hind," which refers to the region of the Indian subcontinent, particularly the area around the Indus River.

The earliest recorded use of the name Hindy can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used to refer to people or deities associated with the Hindu faith. One of the earliest mentions of the name can be found in the Vedas, which are a collection of ancient Hindu sacred texts dating back to around 1500 BCE.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Hindy. One of the most famous was Hindy Devi, a 16th-century Hindu queen who ruled over the Marwar region of present-day Rajasthan, India. She was renowned for her bravery and military prowess, and her reign is celebrated in various Rajput ballads and folklore.

Another notable Hindy was Hindy Mahmood (1834-1904), a pioneering Indian educator and social reformer who played a crucial role in the promotion of female education in British India. She established several schools for girls and advocated for the rights of women and their access to education.

In the realm of literature, Hindy Kaur (1917-2003) was a renowned Punjabi writer and poet, known for her powerful and evocative works that explored themes of social injustice, feminism, and the human condition. Her literary contributions earned her numerous accolades, including the Sahitya Akademi Award, one of the highest literary honors in India.

Moving to the world of sports, Hindy Jhutti (born 1988) is a Pakistani cricketer who has represented her country in various international tournaments. She is widely regarded as one of the leading all-rounders in women's cricket and has won several awards for her outstanding performances.

Lastly, Hindy Lozada (born 1979) is a Puerto Rican actress and television host who has gained widespread popularity for her roles in various telenovelas and TV shows. She is known for her versatility as an actress and her ability to portray a wide range of characters.

Overall, the name Hindy has a rich history and cultural significance, with its roots firmly embedded in the ancient Sanskrit language and Hindu traditions. While its origins can be traced back thousands of years, the name has continued to be embraced and celebrated by individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Hindy over time

The chart below shows babies named Hindy 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 Hindy, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 13 births in 2024, compared with 16 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Hindy
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Decades

Hindy by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hindy 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 #2148 63 5
2010s #2910 93 10
2000s #3626 48 10

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FAQ

Hindy: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Hindy was ranked #2115 for girls in England and Wales, with 13 births registered.

When was Hindy most popular?

The peak year on record was 2013, with 16 babies registered as Hindy in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Hindy?

A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "female deer".

How many people are called Hindy in the UK?

A total of 204 babies have been registered as Hindy across the 25 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.