UK girl's name
Meghana
A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "rain cloud".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Meghana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Meghana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 5 births.
This profile covers 20 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2001 to 2011. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 20 living people in the UK are called Meghana. 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 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Meghana ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 5 girls were registered as Meghana.
- • About 20 living people in the UK are estimated to have Meghana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2002
5 births
Estimated living
20
2026
Meaning
What does Meghana mean?
The name Meghana has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest classical languages of the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word "megha," which means "cloud" or "rain," suggesting a connection to nature and the elements.
In Hindu mythology, the name Meghana is associated with the goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, fortune, and prosperity. This association reflects the cultural significance and auspicious connotations attached to the name, making it a popular choice for parents seeking to bestow blessings upon their children.
The earliest recorded use of the name Meghana can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Puranas and the Vedas. These sacred texts often featured characters with names that represented qualities or elements of nature, reflecting the deep reverence for the natural world in Indian culture.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Meghana. One of the earliest known examples is Meghana Devi, a 10th-century Indian queen and the wife of the Paramara king Munja. She was renowned for her patronage of the arts and literature during her reign.
Another prominent figure was Meghana Gulzar, an Indian film actress and dancer who lived from 1957 to 2018. She was known for her roles in several Bollywood films and her contributions to the preservation of classical Indian dance forms.
In the field of literature, Meghana Pant, an Indian writer and poet born in 1972, has gained recognition for her works that explore themes of identity, feminism, and social issues. Her poetry collections have been widely acclaimed and translated into multiple languages.
Meghana Naravane, born in 1982, is a notable Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her performances and contributions to the field of Bharatanatyam, a major classical Indian dance form.
Lastly, Meghana Raj is an Indian actress and model born in 1988. She has appeared in several Kannada and Telugu films and has garnered a significant following for her acting abilities and on-screen presence.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Meghana throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry associated with this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Meghana over time
The chart below shows babies named Meghana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Meghana, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Meghana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Meghana 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 | #5785 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4364 | 17 | 5 |
Related
Names similar to Meghana
- 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
Meghana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Meghana in the UK right now?
In 2011, Meghana was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Meghana most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 5 babies registered as Meghana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Meghana?
A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "rain cloud".
How many people are called Meghana in the UK?
A total of 20 babies have been registered as Meghana across the 6 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.