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UK girl's name

Karishma

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "miracle" or "supernatural phenomenon".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Karishma is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Karishma popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 43 births.

This profile covers 366 England and Wales registrations across 25 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. 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 7% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 364 living people in the UK are called Karishma. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Karishma ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1997, when 43 girls were registered as Karishma.
  • About 364 living people in the UK are estimated to have Karishma as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5891

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

1997

43 births

Estimated living

364

2026

Meaning

What does Karishma mean?

The name Karishma has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent around the 2nd millennium BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "karismā," which means "grace," "splendor," or "charisma."

In Hinduism, the name Karishma is often associated with the concept of divine grace or blessings bestowed upon an individual by the deities. It is believed to be a name that carries positive energy and is thought to bring good fortune to the bearer.

The earliest recorded use of the name Karishma dates back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. However, it was not until the 20th century that the name gained widespread popularity, particularly in India and among the Indian diaspora.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Karishma was Karishma Kapoor, an Indian actress who was born in 1974. She made her debut in the Bollywood film industry in the early 1990s and went on to become a successful and influential figure in Indian cinema.

Another notable individual with the name Karishma is Karishma Manandhar, a Nepali actress and model who has appeared in numerous Nepali films and television shows. She was born in 1986 and has been active in the entertainment industry since the early 2000s.

In the field of sports, Karishma Arora is a former Indian badminton player who represented India in various international tournaments. She was born in 1988 and has won several titles throughout her career.

Karishma Chandan is an Indian fashion designer and entrepreneur who founded the clothing brand "Karishma Creations" in 2012. She has been recognized for her innovative designs and contributions to the fashion industry.

Lastly, Karishma Singh is an Indian writer and journalist who has authored several books and articles on various topics, including gender issues, social justice, and human rights. She was born in 1981 and has received numerous awards and accolades for her work.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Karishma over time

The chart below shows babies named Karishma registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Karishma, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 43 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Karishma
011223243199620102024

Decades

Karishma by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Karishma 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
2020s #5736 6 2
2010s #4307 48 9
2000s #1626 156 10
1990s #643 156 4

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FAQ

Karishma: questions and answers

How popular is the name Karishma in the UK right now?

In 2024, Karishma was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Karishma most popular?

The peak year on record was 1997, with 43 babies registered as Karishma in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Karishma?

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "miracle" or "supernatural phenomenon".

How many people are called Karishma in the UK?

A total of 366 babies have been registered as Karishma across the 25 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.