UK name, mostly boys
Manjinder
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "beautiful, charming".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1998. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Manjinder is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Manjinder popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1998 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1642, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 8 births.
This profile covers 23 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 1996 to 1998. 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 88% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 23 living people in the UK are called Manjinder. 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 1999 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Manjinder ranked #1642 for boys in England and Wales in 1998, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 8 boys were registered as Manjinder.
- • About 23 living people in the UK are estimated to have Manjinder as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 88.5% of Manjinder registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1642
1998
Births in 1998
7
Latest year
Peak year
1996
8 births
Estimated living
23
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Manjinder
In England and Wales birth records, Manjinder has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 88.5% of registrations are for boys and 11.5% 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.
Manjinder registered for boys
- Ranked #1,642 in 1998
- 7 boys registered in 1998
- Peak: 1996 (8 births)
Manjinder registered for girls
- Ranked #3,824 in 1997
- 3 girls registered in 1997
- Peak: 1997 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Manjinder mean?
Manjinder is a given name that originates from the Indian subcontinent, specifically the Punjabi language and culture. The name is a combination of two words: "Manj" meaning "heart" or "mind," and "Indar" or "Indra," which is the name of the Hindu god of rain and thunder.
The name Manjinder can be traced back to ancient times, with references found in various Hindu texts and scriptures. It is believed to have been a popular name among the warrior class or Kshatriyas, who sought blessings from the god Indra for strength and victory in battles.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Manjinder can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic dating back to the 8th or 9th century BCE. The epic mentions a character named Manjinder, who was a skilled archer and warrior.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Manjinder. One of the most famous was Manjinder Singh, a prominent Sikh leader and warrior who lived in the late 17th century (1670-1705). He played a crucial role in defending the Sikh faith against the Mughal Empire and is revered for his bravery and devotion.
Another notable Manjinder was Manjinder Kaur (1926-2008), a renowned Punjabi poet and writer. She was widely acclaimed for her literary works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.
In the 20th century, Manjinder Singh Majithia (1909-1983) was a prominent Indian politician and statesman. He served as the Chief Minister of Punjab from 1967 to 1972 and was instrumental in shaping the state's policies during a turbulent period.
Manjinder Singh Dhillon (1947-2017) was a distinguished Indian athlete who excelled in the sport of weightlifting. He represented India in multiple Olympic Games and won numerous medals, including a gold medal at the 1970 Commonwealth Games.
Another noteworthy individual with the name Manjinder was Manjinder Singh Sachdeva (1935-2019), a respected jurist and former Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. He was known for his impartial judgments and contributions to the Indian legal system.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Manjinder over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Manjinder in England and Wales, from 1996 to 1998. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Manjinder, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 1998, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Manjinder by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Manjinder 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 | #1518 | 23 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Manjinder
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- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Manjinder: questions and answers
How popular is the name Manjinder in the UK right now?
In 1998, Manjinder was ranked #1642 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Manjinder most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 8 babies registered as Manjinder in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Manjinder?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "beautiful, charming".
How many people are called Manjinder in the UK?
A total of 23 babies have been registered as Manjinder across the 3 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.