UK girl's name
Hosna
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "beautiful" or "brilliant".
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.
Hosna is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Hosna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4192, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 11 births.
This profile covers 70 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 2003 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 45% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 70 living people in the UK are called Hosna. 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
- • Hosna ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 11 girls were registered as Hosna.
- • About 70 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hosna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4192
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
2008
11 births
Estimated living
70
2026
Meaning
What does Hosna mean?
The name Hosna is believed to have its origins in the Persian language, where it is derived from the word "hosn," meaning "beauty" or "charm." This name has been in use for centuries and has a rich cultural and historical significance in the regions where Persian influence has been present.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hosna can be found in Persian literature and poetry, where it was often used as a poetic term to describe a beautiful woman or a beloved. The name gained popularity during the reign of the Safavid dynasty in Persia (modern-day Iran) from the 16th to the 18th century.
In Islamic tradition, the name Hosna is also associated with one of the 99 names of Allah, "Al-Jamil," which means "The Most Beautiful." This connection has contributed to the name's widespread use among Muslim communities in various parts of the world.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Hosna. One of the earliest examples is Hosna Chehrzad, a Persian princess and poet who lived in the 11th century. She was renowned for her literary works and is considered one of the most influential female poets of her time.
Another prominent figure with the name Hosna was Hosna Banu, a 16th-century Mughal princess and the daughter of the famous Mughal emperor Humayun. She played a significant role in the Mughal court and was known for her intelligence and political acumen.
In the 19th century, Hosna Khanum was a prominent Persian feminist and writer who advocated for women's rights and education. She founded one of the first schools for girls in Tehran and played a pivotal role in the modernization of Iran.
Hosna Javahery, born in 1895, was an Iranian painter and sculptor who gained recognition for her contributions to the art world. She is considered one of the pioneers of modern Iranian art and is celebrated for her unique style and technique.
Lastly, Hosna Mubarak, born in 1941, is an Egyptian political figure who served as the First Lady of Egypt from 1981 to 2011. She was actively involved in various social and charitable organizations and played a significant role in promoting women's rights and education in Egypt.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have carried the name Hosna. The name continues to be popular in various cultures and regions, particularly in the Middle East and parts of Asia, where it is cherished for its meaning and historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Hosna over time
The chart below shows babies named Hosna registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 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 Hosna, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hosna by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hosna 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 | #4018 | 23 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4768 | 26 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3924 | 21 | 4 |
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- Hallie 9,873
- Hope 9,414
- Hayley 5,968
- Hazel 5,954
- Hanna 5,735
- Heather 5,497
FAQ
Hosna: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hosna in the UK right now?
In 2024, Hosna was ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Hosna most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 11 babies registered as Hosna in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hosna?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "beautiful" or "brilliant".
How many people are called Hosna in the UK?
A total of 70 babies have been registered as Hosna across the 14 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.