UK boy's name
Kamar
A masculine Arabic name meaning "moon".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kamar is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kamar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 9 births.
This profile covers 68 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2018. 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 67 living people in the UK are called Kamar. 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 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kamar ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 9 boys were registered as Kamar.
- • About 67 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kamar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4749
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
9 births
Estimated living
67
2026
Meaning
What does Kamar mean?
The name Kamar has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "qamar," which means "moon" or "lunar." The name can be traced back to ancient times when the moon held significant importance in various cultures, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
In Arabic, the name Kamar is often associated with beauty, grace, and serenity, reflecting the celestial qualities of the moon. It is believed to have been used as a name for both boys and girls, although it has traditionally been more common for boys.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kamar can be found in Islamic literature, specifically in the Quran, where the word "qamar" is mentioned several times in reference to the moon. This association with the Islamic faith may have contributed to the popularity of the name among Muslim communities.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Kamar. One of the earliest was Kamar al-Din ibn Yunus (1156-1242), a renowned Persian astronomer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the study of celestial mechanics and the development of astronomical instruments.
Another famous bearer of the name was Kamar al-Zaman (1349-1389), a Mamluk sultan who ruled over Egypt and Syria during the 14th century. He is remembered for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Mamluk Sultanate.
In the realm of literature, Kamar al-Din Isfahani (1173-1237) was a prominent Persian poet and scholar who wrote extensively on various subjects, including philosophy, theology, and literature.
Moving to more recent times, Kamar Aga Khan IV (born 1936) is the current Aga Khan and the 49th Imam of the Nizari Ismaili Muslims. He is renowned for his philanthropic efforts and his work in promoting global development and diplomacy.
Lastly, Kamar Kalawati (1915-2012) was an Indian freedom fighter and social activist who played a significant role in India's struggle for independence from British rule. She was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, for her contributions to the nation.
These individuals, spanning different eras and fields, have carried the name Kamar and contributed to its historical significance and recognition across various cultures and societies.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Kamar over time
The chart below shows babies named Kamar registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Kamar, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kamar by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kamar 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 | #4485 | 10 | 3 |
| 2000s | #2983 | 43 | 9 |
| 1990s | #2096 | 15 | 3 |
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FAQ
Kamar: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kamar in the UK right now?
In 2018, Kamar was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kamar most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 9 babies registered as Kamar in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kamar?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "moon".
How many people are called Kamar in the UK?
A total of 68 babies have been registered as Kamar across the 15 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.