UK boy's name
Inderjit
Masculine name of Hindu origin representing the conqueror of the senses.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Inderjit is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Inderjit popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4333, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 7 births.
This profile covers 28 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1997 to 2007. 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 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 28 living people in the UK are called Inderjit. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Inderjit ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 7 boys were registered as Inderjit.
- • About 28 living people in the UK are estimated to have Inderjit as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4333
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
7 births
Estimated living
28
2026
Meaning
What does Inderjit mean?
Inderjit is a given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit words "Indra" meaning the king of the gods in Hindu mythology, and "Jit" meaning victorious or conqueror. This name gained prominence in the northern Indian subcontinent, particularly in the regions of Punjab and Haryana.
The name Inderjit can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where the god Indra is revered as a powerful deity associated with rain, thunder, and lightning. The name symbolizes strength, courage, and victory over adversities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Inderjit can be found in the Puranas, a vast collection of ancient Hindu literature, where it is mentioned in connection with warriors and kings who were considered victorious and powerful.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Inderjit. One of the most famous examples is Inderjit Singh (1672-1705), a prominent Rajput warrior and ruler of the Maratha Empire, who played a significant role in the expansion of the empire during the reign of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Another renowned figure with the name Inderjit was Inderjit Nikku (1921-1982), a celebrated Punjabi poet and writer from India. His literary works, which explored themes of social justice and human emotions, earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award in 1966.
In the realm of sports, Inderjit Singh Sandhu (born 1940) is a former Indian cricketer who represented the national team in the 1960s and 1970s. He was a skilled right-arm off-break bowler and played a crucial role in India's victories against several international teams.
Inderjit Singh Grewal (born 1938) is another notable figure, a former Indian diplomat and ambassador who served as the country's representative to several nations, including the United States and the United Kingdom.
Lastly, Inderjit Singh Buria (born 1954) is a prominent Indian politician and social activist who has served as a member of the Punjab Legislative Assembly and has been actively involved in various social and environmental causes.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Inderjit over time
The chart below shows babies named Inderjit registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Inderjit, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2007, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Inderjit by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Inderjit 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 | #3301 | 15 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2475 | 13 | 3 |
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FAQ
Inderjit: questions and answers
How popular is the name Inderjit in the UK right now?
In 2007, Inderjit was ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Inderjit most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 7 babies registered as Inderjit in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Inderjit?
Masculine name of Hindu origin representing the conqueror of the senses.
How many people are called Inderjit in the UK?
A total of 28 babies have been registered as Inderjit across the 7 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.