UK name, mostly girls
Jaswinder
A masculine Indian name meaning "Lord of the universe".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2000. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 8 boys.
Jaswinder is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Jaswinder popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2000 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3912, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 1996 to 2000. 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 Jaswinder. 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 2001 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jaswinder ranked #3912 for girls in England and Wales in 2000, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 3 girls were registered as Jaswinder.
- • Jaswinder is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jaswinder as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 52.9% of Jaswinder registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3912
2000
Births in 2000
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Jaswinder
In England and Wales birth records, Jaswinder has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 47.1% of registrations are for boys and 52.9% 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.
Jaswinder registered for boys
- Ranked #2,425 in 1999
- 4 boys registered in 1999
- Peak: 1996 (4 births)
Jaswinder registered for girls
- Ranked #3,912 in 2000
- 3 girls registered in 2000
- Peak: 1996 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Jaswinder mean?
Jaswinder is a given name with origins in the Punjabi language, spoken primarily in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. The name is derived from the Sanskrit words "jas" meaning glory or praise, and "vindra" meaning lord or master.
The name Jaswinder can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often used to refer to deities or revered figures. In the Puranas, a collection of ancient Hindu texts, there are references to "Jaswinder" as an epithet for the god Vishnu, symbolizing his supremacy and divine glory.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jaswinder dates back to the 16th century, when it was used by a Sikh warrior and military commander named Jaswinder Singh. He played a crucial role in defending the Sikh faith during the turbulent times of the Mughal Empire in India.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jaswinder. One such person was Jaswinder Kaur Bhullar (1935-2022), a prominent Punjabi writer and poet known for her contributions to Punjabi literature. Her works often explored themes of feminism, social justice, and the experiences of the Punjabi diaspora.
Another notable Jaswinder was Jaswinder Singh Khalra (1952-1995), an Indian human rights activist who fought tirelessly against the enforced disappearances of Sikh youth during the Punjab insurgency in the 1980s and 1990s. His efforts led to the uncovering of several mass graves, and he was tragically disappeared and murdered for his activism.
In the field of sports, Jaswinder Singh Rajput (born 1984) is a former Indian cricketer who represented India in the 2006 Under-19 Cricket World Cup. He played domestic cricket for several years and was known for his skillful bowling.
Jaswinder Singh Salaria (born 1964) is a renowned Indian classical vocalist and musician, renowned for his contributions to the Hindustani classical music tradition. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his performances and recordings.
While the name Jaswinder has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has gained popularity across different cultures and communities, with individuals of various backgrounds embracing the name for its unique and meaningful connotations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jaswinder over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Jaswinder in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2000. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jaswinder, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2000, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaswinder by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jaswinder 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 | #3912 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3810 | 6 | 2 |
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- Josephine 5,889
- Jessie 5,418
- Josie 5,284
- Jasmin 4,706
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FAQ
Jaswinder: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jaswinder in the UK right now?
In 2000, Jaswinder was ranked #3912 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Jaswinder most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 3 babies registered as Jaswinder in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jaswinder?
A masculine Indian name meaning "Lord of the universe".
How many people are called Jaswinder in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Jaswinder 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.