UK girl's name
Mamta
A feminine given name of Sanskrit origin meaning "affection" or "love".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1996. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mamta is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mamta popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1996 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3795, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1996 to 1996. 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.
Mamta is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Mamta. 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 1997 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mamta ranked #3795 for girls in England and Wales in 1996, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 3 girls were registered as Mamta.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mamta as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3795
1996
Births in 1996
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Mamta mean?
The name Mamta is of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word "mamta," which means "affection" or "motherly love." It is a popular Hindu name, especially in the northern regions of India, such as Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
The name can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used to refer to the divine love and affection of the mother goddesses. In the Bhagavad Gita, one of the most revered Hindu scriptures, the concept of "mamta" is discussed as a form of selfless and unconditional love.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mamta is found in the epic poem "Ramayana," where it is mentioned as the name of a character. However, the exact date of this reference is unclear due to the poem's oral tradition and multiple recensions.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Mamta. One of the most prominent figures is Mamta Banerjee, an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of West Bengal from 2011 to 2021. She was born on January 5, 1955, and played a significant role in the political landscape of India.
Another notable Mamta is Mamta Kulkarni, an Indian actress and former model. She was born on April 25, 1972, and appeared in several Bollywood films during the 1990s and early 2000s.
In the field of literature, Mamta Kalia is a renowned Indian author and playwright. Born on August 15, 1960, she has authored several critically acclaimed works, including plays and short stories.
Mamta Mohandas is an Indian film actress who has worked in various regional industries, including Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema. She was born on September 18, 1984, and has won several awards for her performances.
Another notable individual with the name Mamta is Mamta Sagar, an Indian classical singer and Hindustani music exponent. Born on November 28, 1959, she has received numerous accolades for her contributions to the music industry.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Mamta by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mamta 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
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- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Mamta: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mamta in the UK right now?
In 1996, Mamta was ranked #3795 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mamta most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 3 babies registered as Mamta in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mamta?
A feminine given name of Sanskrit origin meaning "affection" or "love".
How many people are called Mamta in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Mamta 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.