UK name, mostly girls
Mandeep
A masculine Indian name meaning "light in the mind".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 119 boys.
Mandeep is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Mandeep popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5742, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 22 births.
This profile covers 121 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2013. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 14% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 123 living people in the UK are called Mandeep. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mandeep ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 22 girls were registered as Mandeep.
- • Mandeep ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #535 in 1979.
- • Mandeep is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 123 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mandeep as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 50.4% of Mandeep registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5742
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
22 births
Estimated living
123
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Mandeep
In England and Wales birth records, Mandeep has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 49.6% of registrations are for boys and 50.4% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Mandeep registered for boys
- Ranked #2,741 in 2007
- 6 boys registered in 2007
- Peak: 1996 (18 births)
Mandeep registered for girls
- Ranked #5,742 in 2013
- 3 girls registered in 2013
- Peak: 1996 (22 births)
Meaning
What does Mandeep mean?
The name Mandeep originates from the Indian subcontinent, where it is widely used among Sikhs and Punjabis. It is a compound name derived from the Sanskrit words "man" meaning mind or heart, and "deep" meaning light or lamp. Therefore, the name Mandeep can be interpreted to mean "the light of the mind" or "the lamp that illuminates the heart and mind."
This name has its roots in ancient Indian philosophy and spirituality, where the concept of enlightenment and inner wisdom is highly revered. It is believed that the name Mandeep was originally bestowed upon individuals who exhibited a deep understanding of life, wisdom, and spiritual teachings.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mandeep can be found in the Guru Granth Sahib, the sacred scripture of Sikhism. The name is mentioned in several verses, often in reference to individuals who had attained a high level of spiritual enlightenment and inner clarity.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Mandeep. One such person was Mandeep Singh Bedi (1925-2010), an acclaimed Punjabi writer and poet who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of Punjab. Another notable figure was Mandeep Sandhu (1977-present), an Indian cricketer who played domestic cricket for Punjab and represented the Indian national team in the early 2000s.
In the world of sports, Mandeep Singh (1995-present) is a prominent Indian field hockey player who has represented India in several international tournaments, including the Olympic Games and World Cup. Mandeep Jangra (1990-present) is another notable individual, a professional boxer who has won multiple titles and accolades in the sport.
Additionally, Mandeep Kaur (1968-present) is a renowned Punjabi singer and actress who has contributed significantly to the Punjabi music industry and has received numerous awards and accolades for her work.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Mandeep throughout history, each making their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of India and the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mandeep over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Mandeep in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mandeep, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 22 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mandeep by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mandeep 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 | #5742 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3306 | 61 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1369 | 57 | 4 |
Geography
Where Mandeep is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Mandeep. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Mandeep ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #535 in 1979.
Across the UK
Mandeep in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#535 in 1979
1 years of NRS records, 3 total registered
Related
Names similar to Mandeep
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Mandeep: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mandeep in the UK right now?
In 2013, Mandeep was ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mandeep most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 22 babies registered as Mandeep in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mandeep?
A masculine Indian name meaning "light in the mind".
How many people are called Mandeep in the UK?
A total of 121 babies have been registered as Mandeep across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 3 more in Scotland.
Where is Mandeep most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Mandeep ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #535 in 1979. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.