UK boy's name
Khizr
An Arabic name associated with the revered prophet, Al-Khidr.
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.
Khizr is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Khizr 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 2016, with 5 births.
This profile covers 46 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2004 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 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 46 living people in the UK are called Khizr. 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
- • Khizr ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 5 boys were registered as Khizr.
- • About 46 living people in the UK are estimated to have Khizr 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
2016
5 births
Estimated living
46
2026
Meaning
What does Khizr mean?
The name Khizr has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "khidr," which means "green" or "verdant." The name is believed to be associated with the figure of al-Khidr, a revered figure in Islamic tradition who is often portrayed as a wise and immortal guide.
The earliest recorded use of the name Khizr can be traced back to the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam, where it is mentioned in connection with the story of Moses and his encounter with al-Khidr. This encounter is described in Surah Al-Kahf (Chapter 18), where al-Khidr is portrayed as a mysterious figure who possesses profound knowledge and wisdom.
In Islamic tradition, al-Khidr is often associated with the concept of spiritual guidance and enlightenment. He is revered as a teacher and a source of divine knowledge, and his presence is believed to bring blessings and prosperity. The name Khizr is therefore seen as a symbol of wisdom, growth, and divine favor.
Throughout history, the name Khizr has been borne by several notable individuals. One of the earliest recorded figures with this name is Khizr Khan, who was a powerful ruler of the Mughal Empire in India during the 16th century (1511-1627). Another prominent figure is Khizr Khwaja, a Sufi mystic and philosopher who lived in Central Asia during the 12th century.
In more recent times, the name Khizr has been carried by individuals such as Khizr Khan (born 1976), a Pakistani-American lawyer and former adviser to the U.S. Department of Defense, and Khizr Hayat (born 1966), a Pakistani cricketer who played for the national team in the 1990s.
Other notable individuals with the name Khizr include Khizr Muazzam Shah (1663-1675), a Mughal prince and the eldest son of Emperor Aurangzeb, and Khizr Hayat Khan Tiwana (1835-1886), a prominent landowner and politician in British India.
The name Khizr continues to be popular among Muslim communities around the world, particularly in regions with strong Arabic and Islamic cultural influences. Its rich historical and religious significance make it a highly revered and respected name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Khizr over time
The chart below shows babies named Khizr registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 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 Khizr, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Khizr by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Khizr 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 | #4380 | 18 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4134 | 19 | 5 |
| 2000s | #3851 | 9 | 3 |
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FAQ
Khizr: questions and answers
How popular is the name Khizr in the UK right now?
In 2024, Khizr was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Khizr most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 5 babies registered as Khizr in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Khizr?
An Arabic name associated with the revered prophet, Al-Khidr.
How many people are called Khizr in the UK?
A total of 46 babies have been registered as Khizr across the 13 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.