UK girl's name
Laveen
A feminine name derived from the Spanish word for fountain, meaning "fountain".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Laveen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Laveen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2011 to 2016. 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 Laveen. 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 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Laveen ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2016, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 3 girls were registered as Laveen.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Laveen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2016
Births in 2016
3
Latest year
Peak year
2011
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Laveen mean?
The name Laveen is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages spoken in ancient India. The word 'lav' in Sanskrit means 'to cut or divide', and the suffix 'een' is a common ending used in many Indian names. Thus, the name Laveen could potentially mean 'the one who divides or cuts'.
Historically, the name Laveen has been primarily used in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions where Sanskrit and its derivatives were widely spoken. It is possible that the name may have been mentioned in ancient Hindu scriptures or texts, given its Sanskrit roots, but there are no definitive records to confirm this.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Laveen can be traced back to the 12th century CE, when a prominent Indian scholar and philosopher named Laveen Mishra lived. He was known for his contributions to the field of logic and philosophy during the medieval period.
In the 16th century, there was a renowned Indian artist and painter named Laveen Khanna, who was a part of the Mughal court and is credited with creating some of the most exquisite miniature paintings of that era.
During the 19th century, Laveen Singh was a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement against British rule. He was a freedom fighter and a close associate of iconic leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru.
In more recent times, Laveen Thadani was an Indian entrepreneur and businessman who founded the successful Thadani Group of Companies in the late 20th century. He was known for his philanthropic efforts and contributions to various social causes.
Another notable individual with the name Laveen is Laveen Naidu, a contemporary Indian actress and model who has appeared in several Bollywood films and television shows since the early 2000s.
While the name Laveen may not be as common as some other Indian names, it has been carried by several individuals throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields such as academia, arts, politics, and entertainment.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Laveen over time
The chart below shows babies named Laveen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2011 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Laveen, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2016, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Laveen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Laveen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5785 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Laveen
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Laveen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Laveen in the UK right now?
In 2016, Laveen was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Laveen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 3 babies registered as Laveen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Laveen?
A feminine name derived from the Spanish word for fountain, meaning "fountain".
How many people are called Laveen in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Laveen 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.