UK name, mostly boys
Manveer
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "hero" or "brave warrior".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Manveer is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Manveer popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1402, with 19 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 32 births.
This profile covers 458 England and Wales registrations across 29 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. 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 59% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 455 living people in the UK are called Manveer. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Manveer ranked #1402 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 19 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 32 boys were registered as Manveer.
- • About 455 living people in the UK are estimated to have Manveer as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 91.4% of Manveer registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1402
2024
Births in 2024
19
Latest year
Peak year
2016
32 births
Estimated living
455
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Manveer
In England and Wales birth records, Manveer has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 91.4% of registrations are for boys and 8.6% 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.
Manveer registered for boys
- Ranked #1,402 in 2024
- 19 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2016 (32 births)
Manveer registered for girls
- Ranked #5,581 in 2021
- 3 girls registered in 2021
- Peak: 2013 (5 births)
Meaning
What does Manveer mean?
Manveer is a masculine given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit words "man" meaning mind or heart, and "veer" meaning brave or courageous. It is a name that carries a powerful and noble meaning, signifying a person with a brave heart or a courageous mind.
The name can be traced back to ancient Indian texts and scriptures, where it was often used to describe warriors, heroes, and individuals who exhibited exceptional bravery and valor. In Hindu mythology, there are references to characters and deities with names that incorporate the word "veer," such as Virabhadra, a fierce avatar of Lord Shiva.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Manveer can be found in ancient Indian literary works and historical accounts, dating back several centuries. However, it is challenging to pinpoint a specific individual who bore this name in those ancient times, as records were often incomplete or fragmented.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who carried the name Manveer. One such person was Manveer Singh (1920-1980), an Indian field hockey player who represented India in the 1948 and 1952 Olympic Games, winning a gold medal in 1948 and a silver medal in 1952.
Another prominent figure was Manveer Singh Brar (1901-1963), a prominent Indian politician and freedom fighter who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. He served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India and was instrumental in drafting the Indian Constitution.
Manveer Singh Rathore (1677-1744) was a prominent Rajput warrior and ruler of the princely state of Bikaner in Rajasthan, India. He is renowned for his military campaigns and for expanding the territory of his kingdom through strategic alliances and battles.
Manveer Singh Chopra (1952-2019) was an Indian businessman and entrepreneur who founded and led several successful companies in the hospitality and real estate sectors. He was widely recognized for his contributions to the Indian business community and his philanthropic endeavors.
Manveer Choudhary (born 1986) is an Indian television personality and actor who gained widespread popularity after winning the reality show "Bigg Boss" in 2016. He has since appeared in several television shows and films, showcasing his talent and versatility as an artist.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Manveer over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Manveer in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Manveer, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 19 births in 2024, compared with 32 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Manveer by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Manveer 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 | #1563 | 79 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1304 | 202 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1320 | 146 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1636 | 31 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Manveer
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- 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
Manveer: questions and answers
How popular is the name Manveer in the UK right now?
In 2024, Manveer was ranked #1402 for boys in England and Wales, with 19 births registered.
When was Manveer most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 32 babies registered as Manveer in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Manveer?
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "hero" or "brave warrior".
How many people are called Manveer in the UK?
A total of 458 babies have been registered as Manveer across the 29 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.