UK boy's name
Hiren
A masculine Hindu name meaning "diamond" or "brilliant".
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.
Hiren is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Hiren popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3830, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 11 births.
This profile covers 62 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 1996 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 36% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 61 living people in the UK are called Hiren. 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
- • Hiren ranked #3830 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 11 boys were registered as Hiren.
- • About 61 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hiren as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3830
2011
Births in 2011
4
Latest year
Peak year
1996
11 births
Estimated living
61
2026
Meaning
What does Hiren mean?
The name Hiren originates from the Sanskrit language and has its roots in ancient Hindu culture and scriptures. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Hira," which means "diamond" or "gem." The name was first recorded in Hindu scriptures and texts dating back to the 5th century BCE.
In ancient Hindu texts, the name Hiren was often associated with purity, radiance, and strength. It was believed that those who bore this name possessed qualities akin to a diamond – strong, resilient, and capable of reflecting light and brilliance.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Hiren was a Hindu sage who lived in the 3rd century BCE. He was renowned for his wisdom and teachings on spirituality and was known for his ability to illuminate the minds of his followers with his profound insights.
During the medieval period, the name Hiren gained popularity among Hindu rulers and noblemen. One prominent figure was Hiren Sagar, a 12th-century king who ruled over a region in present-day Gujarat, India. He was celebrated for his just and benevolent rule, as well as his patronage of the arts and literature.
In the 16th century, Hiren Viját was a renowned Hindu scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the study of Hindu scriptures and metaphysics. His works were widely read and studied across the Indian subcontinent.
Another notable figure in history was Hiren Mukherjee, a Bengali revolutionary and freedom fighter who played a pivotal role in India's struggle for independence from British rule in the early 20th century. He was born in 1888 and dedicated his life to the cause of Indian independence through non-violent means.
Hiren Nath was an Indian composer and musician of the 20th century, born in 1919. He is recognized for his contributions to the revival and preservation of classical Indian music, particularly the Hindustani and Carnatic traditions. His compositions and performances have left an indelible mark on the world of Indian classical music.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Hiren, a name that has transcended time and cultures, carrying with it a rich legacy of wisdom, strength, and radiance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Hiren over time
The chart below shows babies named Hiren registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Hiren, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2011, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hiren by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hiren 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 | #3830 | 4 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3356 | 29 | 8 |
| 1990s | #1788 | 29 | 4 |
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- 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
Hiren: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hiren in the UK right now?
In 2011, Hiren was ranked #3830 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Hiren most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 11 babies registered as Hiren in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hiren?
A masculine Hindu name meaning "diamond" or "brilliant".
How many people are called Hiren in the UK?
A total of 62 babies have been registered as Hiren across the 13 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.