UK boy's name
Lakshay
A Hindu name meaning aim, target, ambition, or goal.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lakshay is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Lakshay popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2008 to 2022. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Lakshay. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lakshay ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 boys were registered as Lakshay.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lakshay as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Lakshay mean?
Lakshay is a given name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word "lakshya," which means "aim" or "goal" in Hindi and several other Indian languages. This name gained popularity in the Indian subcontinent during the medieval period.
The name Lakshay is closely associated with Hindu mythology and ancient Sanskrit texts. It is believed to be inspired by the concept of "lakshya" mentioned in the Bhagavad Gita, one of the most revered Hindu scriptures. The term "lakshya" is used to symbolize the ultimate goal or purpose of human existence, emphasizing the importance of having a clear aim in life.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lakshay can be traced back to the 12th century CE. It was mentioned in the writings of the renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet, Jayadeva, who composed the famous lyrical poem, Gita Govinda.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Lakshay. One of the most prominent figures was Lakshay Chaudhary (1920-1990), an Indian freedom fighter and politician who played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence from British rule.
Another notable person with this name was Lakshay Kapoor (1936-2011), an acclaimed Bollywood actor and producer who starred in numerous critically acclaimed films during the 1960s and 1970s.
In the field of sports, Lakshay Bhardwaj (born 1985) is a renowned Indian cricketer who has represented the national team in various international tournaments.
Lakshay Sharma (born 1988) is a prominent Indian entrepreneur and technology investor, known for co-founding several successful startups in the Silicon Valley region.
Lakshay Gupta (born 1992) is a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer who has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the art form of Kathak.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Lakshay throughout history, each making significant contributions in their respective fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lakshay over time
The chart below shows babies named Lakshay registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lakshay, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lakshay by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lakshay 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 | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4432 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Lakshay
- Luke 72,247
- Lewis 69,555
- Leo 63,249
- Liam 60,482
- Lucas 49,061
- Logan 40,771
- Louis 35,898
- Luca 30,323
- Louie 24,242
- Leon 22,308
- Levi 9,931
- Lee 7,861
FAQ
Lakshay: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lakshay in the UK right now?
In 2022, Lakshay was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Lakshay most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Lakshay in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lakshay?
A Hindu name meaning aim, target, ambition, or goal.
How many people are called Lakshay in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Lakshay 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.