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UK name, mostly girls

Manmeet

An Indian masculine name deriving from Sanskrit meaning "meeting of minds".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 22 boys.

Manmeet is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Manmeet popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 6 births.

This profile covers 66 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 1999 to 2023. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 66 living people in the UK are called Manmeet. 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 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Manmeet ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2011, when 6 girls were registered as Manmeet.
  • Manmeet is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 66 living people in the UK are estimated to have Manmeet as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 75.0% of Manmeet registrations are for girls.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5687

2023

Births in 2023

3

Latest year

Peak year

2011

6 births

Estimated living

66

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Manmeet

In England and Wales birth records, Manmeet has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 25.0% of registrations are for boys and 75.0% 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.

25% boys
75% girls
Boys22 (25.0%)Girls66 (75.0%)

Manmeet registered for boys

  • Ranked #4,789 in 2021
  • 3 boys registered in 2021
  • Peak: 2010 (7 births)

Manmeet registered for girls

  • Ranked #5,687 in 2023
  • 3 girls registered in 2023
  • Peak: 2011 (6 births)

Meaning

What does Manmeet mean?

The name Manmeet has its origins in the Punjabi language, spoken primarily in the Indian state of Punjab and parts of Pakistan. It is a combination of two words: "man," meaning mind or heart, and "meet," meaning friend or companion.

Punjabi names often carry deep cultural and spiritual significance, and Manmeet is no exception. The name reflects the idea of a close friend or companion who shares a deep connection of the mind and heart. It is a name that evokes a sense of trust, loyalty, and emotional bond.

The earliest recorded use of the name Manmeet can be traced back to the 16th century, during the era of the Sikh Gurus. The Sikh faith, which originated in the Punjab region, places a strong emphasis on the importance of community, equality, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.

One of the most notable historical figures to bear the name Manmeet was Manmeet Singh Brar, a prominent Sikh warrior and military commander who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He played a crucial role in defending the Sikh faith and community during a period of religious persecution.

Another famous Manmeet from history was Manmeet Kaur, a Sikh princess and poetess who lived in the 19th century. She was known for her literary works, which focused on themes of spirituality, love, and the human condition.

In more recent times, Manmeet Singh Bhullar was a Canadian politician and Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, born in 1980. He was a vocal advocate for human rights and social justice issues.

Manmeet Kaur Cheema, born in 1991, is an Indian cricketer who has represented the Indian national women's cricket team. She is renowned for her batting skills and has been part of several successful campaigns.

Manmeet Singh, born in 1985, is a distinguished Indian classical singer and music composer. He has made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Punjabi music and has received numerous accolades for his work.

While the name Manmeet is predominantly found in the Punjabi community, it has also gained popularity across various cultures and regions, particularly in India and among the Sikh diaspora around the world.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Manmeet over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Manmeet in England and Wales, from 1999 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Manmeet, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 6 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
036811199920112023

Decades

Manmeet by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Manmeet 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 #5161 7 2
2010s #4237 39 8
2000s #4790 17 5
1990s #3900 3 1

Related

Names similar to Manmeet

FAQ

Manmeet: questions and answers

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

In 2023, Manmeet was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Manmeet most popular?

The peak year on record was 2011, with 6 babies registered as Manmeet in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Manmeet?

An Indian masculine name deriving from Sanskrit meaning "meeting of minds".

How many people are called Manmeet in the UK?

A total of 66 babies have been registered as Manmeet across the 16 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.