UK girl's name
Iqlas
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "wisdom" or "prosperity".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Iqlas is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Iqlas popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3514, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 6 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2009 to 2014. 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.
Iqlas is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Iqlas. 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 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Iqlas ranked #3514 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 6 girls were registered as Iqlas.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Iqlas as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3514
2014
Births in 2014
6
Latest year
Peak year
2014
6 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Iqlas mean?
The name Iqlas originates from the Arabic language and culture, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages in the Islamic world. The name is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "iqlas," which translates to "sincerity" or "devotion." This connection suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who demonstrated a deep commitment to their faith or exhibited sincere and devoted qualities.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Iqlas can be found in the writings of renowned Islamic scholars and historians from the 9th and 10th centuries. It is mentioned in various literary works and historical texts, indicating its usage among the Arab populations during that period.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Iqlas. One such individual was Iqlas al-Isfahani, a renowned Persian poet and scholar who lived in the 10th century. His contributions to Arabic literature and poetry are widely celebrated, and his works have been studied and admired for centuries.
Another prominent figure with the name Iqlas was Iqlas al-Nabulsi, a Sufi scholar and poet from Damascus who lived during the 17th century. He authored numerous works on Islamic mysticism and spirituality, and his teachings and writings continue to influence Islamic thought and literature to this day.
In the realm of Islamic philosophy and theology, Iqlas al-Baghdadi, a scholar from the 11th century, made significant contributions. His works on Islamic jurisprudence and theology were widely respected and studied by scholars of his time and beyond.
Moving forward in history, Iqlas Pasha was a prominent Ottoman statesman and military leader who lived in the 18th century. He held various high-ranking positions within the Ottoman Empire and played a pivotal role in several military campaigns and diplomatic endeavors.
Lastly, Iqlas Khan was a renowned Pashtun poet and warrior from the 18th century who hailed from the region now known as Pakistan. His poetic works, often composed in the Pashto language, are celebrated for their eloquence and artistic merit, and he is considered a prominent figure in Pashtun literature and culture.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Iqlas, each leaving a lasting impact in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and intellectual traditions across the Islamic world and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Iqlas over time
The chart below shows babies named Iqlas registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Iqlas, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2014, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Iqlas by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Iqlas 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 | #5002 | 12 | 3 |
| 2000s | #5556 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Iqlas: questions and answers
How popular is the name Iqlas in the UK right now?
In 2014, Iqlas was ranked #3514 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Iqlas most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 6 babies registered as Iqlas in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Iqlas?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "wisdom" or "prosperity".
How many people are called Iqlas in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Iqlas across the 4 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.