UK girl's name
Mahrukh
A Persian feminine name meaning "moon-faced" or "beautiful like the moon".
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.
Mahrukh is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mahrukh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4645, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 7 births.
This profile covers 73 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 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 57% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 73 living people in the UK are called Mahrukh. 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
- • Mahrukh ranked #4645 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 7 girls were registered as Mahrukh.
- • About 73 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mahrukh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4645
2022
Births in 2022
4
Latest year
Peak year
2004
7 births
Estimated living
73
2026
Meaning
What does Mahrukh mean?
The name Mahrukh finds its origins in the Persian language, tracing back to ancient times. It is derived from the Persian words "mah" meaning moon and "rukh" meaning face or cheek, essentially translating to "moon-faced" or "one with a glowing face like the moon."
This poetic name was prevalent in the regions of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia, where Persian culture and language held significant influence. The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in Persian literature and historical texts from the medieval period.
One of the earliest known references to the name Mahrukh comes from the 11th century Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, composed by the renowned poet Ferdowsi. In this literary masterpiece, Mahrukh is mentioned as the name of a beautiful princess, highlighting the name's association with beauty and radiance.
Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the name Mahrukh. One such figure was Mahrukh Begum (1515-1572), a Mughal princess and the daughter of the famous Mughal Emperor Babur. She played a significant role in the imperial court and was known for her patronage of arts and culture.
Another prominent Mahrukh was Mahrukh Zamani (1642-1705), a Persian poet and calligrapher who gained recognition for her literary works and artistic talents during the Safavid era in Iran.
In the 18th century, Mahrukh Sultan Begum (1711-1793) was a prominent figure in the Mughal court, renowned for her intellectual pursuits and her role as a patron of the arts and literature.
Moving to more recent times, Mahrukh Yusuf (1898-1963) was a renowned Indian actress and dancer who graced the stage in the early 20th century, known for her performances in classical Indian dance forms.
Mahrukh Agha (1915-1986) was a Pakistani writer and journalist who made significant contributions to Urdu literature and journalism, particularly through her work in promoting women's rights and education.
The name Mahrukh has a rich cultural heritage, evoking images of beauty, grace, and artistic expression. Its enduring presence throughout history serves as a testament to the timeless appeal of this poetic Persian name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mahrukh over time
The chart below shows babies named Mahrukh registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Mahrukh, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2022, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mahrukh by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mahrukh 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 | #5069 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4271 | 25 | 5 |
| 2000s | #3456 | 31 | 6 |
| 1990s | #2769 | 10 | 2 |
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FAQ
Mahrukh: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mahrukh in the UK right now?
In 2022, Mahrukh was ranked #4645 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Mahrukh most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 7 babies registered as Mahrukh in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mahrukh?
A Persian feminine name meaning "moon-faced" or "beautiful like the moon".
How many people are called Mahrukh in the UK?
A total of 73 babies have been registered as Mahrukh across the 15 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.