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UK girl's name

Kirandeep

A name of Sanskrit origin meaning "ray of light" or "sunlight".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Kirandeep is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Kirandeep popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 29 births.

This profile covers 219 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1996 to 2020. 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 10% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 218 living people in the UK are called Kirandeep. 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 2021 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Kirandeep ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1996, when 29 girls were registered as Kirandeep.
  • About 218 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kirandeep as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5493

2020

Births in 2020

3

Latest year

Peak year

1996

29 births

Estimated living

218

2026

Meaning

What does Kirandeep mean?

The name Kirandeep finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that served as the root for many modern Indian languages. It is a composite name, derived from the Sanskrit words "kiran," meaning "ray of light" or "beam," and "deep," meaning "light" or "lamp." Therefore, the name Kirandeep can be interpreted as "a ray of light" or "a beam of radiance."

The earliest recorded instances of the name Kirandeep can be traced back to the 16th century, primarily in regions of northern India, where Sanskrit-based names were prevalent. During this period, the name was often associated with the Hindu faith and its philosophical teachings, which emphasized the concept of inner light and spiritual enlightenment.

One of the earliest notable individuals bearing the name Kirandeep was Kirandeep Singh, a prominent Sikh warrior and military leader who lived in the late 17th century. He played a crucial role in defending the Sikh faith and its principles during the turbulent times of the Mughal Empire's rule in India.

In the 19th century, Kirandeep Kaur, a renowned Punjabi poet and writer, gained recognition for her literary works that celebrated the Sikh culture and traditions. Her poetic compositions, known for their depth and profound wisdom, continue to be cherished by Punjabi literary enthusiasts.

Another notable figure was Kirandeep Brar, an Indian freedom fighter who actively participated in the struggle for India's independence from British rule in the early 20th century. He was a member of the revolutionary group called the Ghadar Party and worked tirelessly to mobilize support for the independence movement.

In more recent times, Kirandeep Kaur Bains, born in 1993, is a Canadian-Indian professional wrestler, better known by her ring name Sonjay Dutt. She has achieved significant success in the world of professional wrestling and has won numerous championships throughout her career.

The name Kirandeep has also been associated with various spiritual and philosophical teachings in India. It is often interpreted as a symbol of inner radiance, wisdom, and the pursuit of enlightenment, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Indian subcontinent.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Kirandeep over time

The chart below shows babies named Kirandeep registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Kirandeep, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 29 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Kirandeep
07152229199620082020

Decades

Kirandeep by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kirandeep 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 #5493 3 1
2010s #4860 13 3
2000s #2064 107 10
1990s #910 96 4

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FAQ

Kirandeep: questions and answers

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

In 2020, Kirandeep was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Kirandeep most popular?

The peak year on record was 1996, with 29 babies registered as Kirandeep in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Kirandeep?

A name of Sanskrit origin meaning "ray of light" or "sunlight".

How many people are called Kirandeep in the UK?

A total of 219 babies have been registered as Kirandeep across the 18 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.