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UK boy's name

Mahith

A masculine Hindu name meaning lord of the earth or great intellect.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Mahith is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mahith popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2012 to 2012. 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.

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

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Mahith. 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 2013 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Mahith ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 boys were registered as Mahith.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mahith as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4805

2012

Births in 2012

3

Latest year

Peak year

2012

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Mahith mean?

The name Mahith is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, derived from the word 'mahita' which means 'great' or 'illustrious'. This name is predominantly found in India and other parts of South Asia, where Sanskrit has had a significant influence on language and culture.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Mahith can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. It is believed that the name was often given to individuals who were considered to be wise, learned, or of great importance within their communities.

One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Mahith was a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 6th century CE. He is credited with several works on Hindu philosophy and is regarded as a significant figure in the development of the Advaita Vedanta school of thought.

In the 12th century, there was a prominent Hindu ruler named Mahith who ruled over a region in present-day central India. He is remembered for his patronage of the arts and his contributions to the development of architecture and literature during his reign.

Another notable figure named Mahith was a renowned poet and playwright who lived in the 16th century. His works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, are still widely studied and celebrated in various parts of India.

During the 19th century, a prominent Indian freedom fighter and social reformer named Mahith played a significant role in the struggle for independence from British rule. He is remembered for his passionate advocacy for education and his efforts to uplift marginalized communities.

In more recent times, there have been several accomplished individuals who have carried the name Mahith, including a renowned scientist who made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics, an award-winning novelist, and a celebrated classical musician.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Mahith by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mahith 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 #4805 3 1

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FAQ

Mahith: questions and answers

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

In 2012, Mahith was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Mahith most popular?

The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Mahith in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Mahith?

A masculine Hindu name meaning lord of the earth or great intellect.

How many people are called Mahith in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Mahith across the 1 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.