UK boy's name
Hritik
Derived from Sanskrit, meaning "heart" or "blessed with a beautiful heart".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Hritik is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Hritik popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3849, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2000 to 2005. 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 9 living people in the UK are called Hritik. 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 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Hritik ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales in 2005, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 3 boys were registered as Hritik.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hritik as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3849
2005
Births in 2005
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Hritik mean?
The given name Hritik is of Indian origin, rooted in the Sanskrit language. It is a combination of two words: "hrit," meaning heart, and "ik," a suffix denoting a possessive or belonging to. Thus, the name Hritik can be translated to mean "one who possesses a heart" or "one who is heartfelt."
The earliest recorded instances of the name Hritik date back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was occasionally used to refer to individuals with a kind and compassionate nature. However, the name was not widely popular or commonly used during ancient times.
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Hritik was a 12th-century Indian poet and scholar from the region of present-day Rajasthan. Hritik Sharma (1145-1212) was renowned for his works in Sanskrit literature, particularly his contributions to the field of poetry and devotional hymns.
In the 16th century, another notable figure named Hritik Singh (1542-1608) emerged as a prominent military leader and commander in the Mughal Empire. He served under the reign of Akbar the Great and was celebrated for his bravery and strategic prowess on the battlefield.
During the 18th century, a Hindu philosopher and spiritual teacher named Hritik Nath (1722-1798) gained recognition for his teachings on the concept of universal love and spiritual enlightenment. His writings and discourses influenced various spiritual movements across India.
In more recent history, Hritik Roshan (born 1974) is a famous Indian actor and dancer who has gained immense popularity and success in the Bollywood film industry. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential actors of his generation, known for his versatile performances and impressive dance skills.
Another notable figure with the name Hritik is Hritik Bandyopadhyay (1932-2017), an acclaimed Bengali writer and novelist. He was celebrated for his literary works that explored themes of human relationships, societal issues, and the complexities of modern life in India.
While the name Hritik has its roots in ancient Indian culture and history, it has gained popularity and recognition across various regions and communities in modern times, particularly among those of Indian descent or those with an appreciation for Sanskrit-derived names.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Hritik over time
The chart below shows babies named Hritik registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2005. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Hritik, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2005, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hritik by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hritik 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3370 | 9 | 3 |
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Names similar to Hritik
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- 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
Hritik: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hritik in the UK right now?
In 2005, Hritik was ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Hritik most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 3 babies registered as Hritik in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hritik?
Derived from Sanskrit, meaning "heart" or "blessed with a beautiful heart".
How many people are called Hritik in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Hritik 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.