UK name, mostly boys
Jagdeep
A masculine Indian name meaning "Lord of the world".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jagdeep is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Jagdeep popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 16 births.
This profile covers 107 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 19% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 109 living people in the UK are called Jagdeep. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jagdeep ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 16 boys were registered as Jagdeep.
- • Jagdeep ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #305 in 1984.
- • About 109 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jagdeep as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 96.4% of Jagdeep registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
16 births
Estimated living
109
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Jagdeep
In England and Wales birth records, Jagdeep has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 96.4% of registrations are for boys and 3.6% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Jagdeep registered for boys
- Ranked #4,702 in 2019
- 3 boys registered in 2019
- Peak: 2000 (16 births)
Jagdeep registered for girls
- Ranked #3,126 in 1996
- 4 girls registered in 1996
- Peak: 1996 (4 births)
Meaning
What does Jagdeep mean?
The name Jagdeep has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, with roots in the Sanskrit language. It is a compound word formed by combining the Sanskrit words "jagat," meaning "world" or "universe," and "deep," meaning "light" or "brightness." Thus, the name Jagdeep can be interpreted as "the light of the world" or "the illumination of the universe."
This name has been in use for centuries, particularly among Hindu communities in India. It is believed to have been derived from ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where the concept of divine light and enlightenment held great significance. The name was often bestowed upon individuals with the hope that they would bring knowledge, wisdom, and illumination to the world around them.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jagdeep can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, there is a character named Jagdeep, who is described as a wise and learned sage. This reference suggests that the name has been in use for at least several centuries, if not millennia.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jagdeep. One of the most famous is Jagdeep (1939-2020), an Indian actor and comedian who appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows. He was renowned for his comedic timing and ability to portray diverse characters with ease.
Another prominent figure named Jagdeep was Jagdeep Chhoke (1936-2007), an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He served as a member of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian parliament, and played a crucial role in shaping the country's political landscape.
In the field of literature, Jagdeep Chadha (1947-2003) was a renowned Indian poet and writer. His works explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition, earning him critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.
The name Jagdeep has also been associated with sports. Jagdeep Bains (born 1985) is a former Indian cricketer who played domestic cricket for Punjab and represented India in various age-group tournaments.
Lastly, Jagdeep Singh Toor (born 1979) is an Indian weightlifter who has won multiple medals at international competitions, including the Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games. His achievements have brought honor and recognition to India in the world of weightlifting.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jagdeep over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Jagdeep in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jagdeep, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 16 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jagdeep by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jagdeep 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 | #4136 | 20 | 5 |
| 2000s | #2205 | 45 | 6 |
| 1990s | #1305 | 42 | 4 |
Geography
Where Jagdeep is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Jagdeep. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Jagdeep ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #305 in 1984.
Across the UK
Jagdeep in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#305 in 1984
1 years of NRS records, 3 total registered
Notable bearers
Famous people named Jagdeep
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Jagdeep Mehat
politician
Related
Names similar to Jagdeep
- Jack 188,738
- Joshua 145,192
- James 141,878
- Joseph 102,259
- Jacob 93,754
- Jake 66,896
- Jamie 41,243
- Jordan 36,750
- Jayden 28,921
- Jude 24,156
- John 22,240
- Joe 19,164
FAQ
Jagdeep: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jagdeep in the UK right now?
In 2019, Jagdeep was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Jagdeep most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 16 babies registered as Jagdeep in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jagdeep?
A masculine Indian name meaning "Lord of the world".
How many people are called Jagdeep in the UK?
A total of 107 babies have been registered as Jagdeep across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 3 more in Scotland.
Where is Jagdeep most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Jagdeep ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #305 in 1984. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.