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UK boy's name

Kaysaan

An Arabic masculine name meaning gift or reward.

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.

Kaysaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kaysaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 4 births.

This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2014 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.

Kaysaan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Kaysaan. 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

  • Kaysaan ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 4 boys were registered as Kaysaan.
  • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kaysaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4270

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2024

4 births

Estimated living

7

2026

Meaning

What does Kaysaan mean?

The name Kaysaan has its origins rooted in the Persian language, originating from the region of modern-day Iran during the late antiquity period around the 5th to 7th centuries CE. It is believed to be derived from the Persian word "kaysan," which means "noble" or "high-born." The name's earliest recorded use can be traced back to ancient Persian texts and manuscripts from this era.

One of the earliest known historical figures bearing the name Kaysaan was a prominent Persian scholar and philosopher who lived during the 6th century CE. He was renowned for his contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and metaphysics, and his works were widely studied and referenced throughout the Islamic Golden Age.

In the 9th century CE, another notable individual named Kaysaan rose to prominence as a skilled calligrapher and poet in the court of the Abbasid Caliphate. His intricate calligraphic works adorned numerous palaces and manuscripts of the time, and his poetic writings were celebrated for their eloquence and depth.

During the 11th century, a Persian military commander named Kaysaan gained recognition for his strategic prowess and leadership in various campaigns against invading forces. His bravery and tactical acumen earned him a place in the annals of Persian military history.

In the realm of literature, a Persian author and scholar named Kaysaan made significant contributions to the study and preservation of ancient Persian texts in the 13th century. His meticulous work in transcribing and annotating these manuscripts played a crucial role in preserving the rich literary heritage of the region.

Another prominent figure bearing the name Kaysaan was a renowned Persian architect who lived in the 16th century during the Safavid Dynasty. He is credited with designing and overseeing the construction of several iconic mosques and palaces, which showcased his expertise in traditional Persian architectural styles and techniques.

These are just a few examples of historical figures who carried the name Kaysaan, reflecting its deep-rooted presence and significance within the Persian cultural and intellectual traditions throughout various periods in history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Kaysaan over time

The chart below shows babies named Kaysaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 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 Kaysaan, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Kaysaan
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Decades

Kaysaan by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kaysaan 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 #4270 4 1
2010s #4632 3 1

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FAQ

Kaysaan: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Kaysaan was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Kaysaan most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 4 babies registered as Kaysaan in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Kaysaan?

An Arabic masculine name meaning gift or reward.

How many people are called Kaysaan in the UK?

A total of 7 babies have been registered as Kaysaan across the 2 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.