UK boy's name
Mehraj
An Arabic masculine name meaning ascent or enlightenment.
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.
Mehraj is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mehraj popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 5 births.
This profile covers 22 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2007 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 22 living people in the UK are called Mehraj. 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
- • Mehraj ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 5 boys were registered as Mehraj.
- • About 22 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mehraj as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
5 births
Estimated living
22
2026
Meaning
What does Mehraj mean?
The name Mehraj finds its origins in the Arabic language and culture, dating back to the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "mi'raj," which means "ascension" or "ladder." This name holds significant historical and religious connotations within the Islamic tradition.
The word "mi'raj" is associated with the Prophet Muhammad's miraculous night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his subsequent ascension to the heavens. This event, known as Isra and Mi'raj, is commemorated annually by Muslims and is considered a pivotal moment in Islamic history.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mehraj can be found in the works of renowned Islamic scholars and historians from the 8th and 9th centuries. For example, the famous historian Al-Tabari (838-923 AD) mentioned individuals bearing this name in his chronicles.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Mehraj. One such individual was Mehraj Begum (1612-1681), a powerful and influential Empress consort of the Mughal Empire during the reign of Shah Jahan. Her influence and support for architecture led to the construction of several notable buildings, including the iconic Taj Mahal.
Another prominent figure was Mehraj Khan (1673-1734), a renowned military commander and governor during the later years of the Mughal Empire. He played a significant role in defending the empire's territories against invaders and is celebrated for his strategic prowess.
In the realm of literature, Mehraj Anwar (1909-1983) was a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from India. His works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and social commentary, earned him widespread acclaim and numerous accolades.
Additionally, Mehraj Malik (1917-2000) was a prominent Pakistani diplomat and statesman who served as the country's Foreign Minister and played a crucial role in shaping its foreign policy during the latter half of the 20th century.
Mehraj Din (1924-2011) was a renowned Pakistani cricketer who represented the national team in the 1940s and 1950s. He was widely regarded as one of the finest all-rounders of his era and was inducted into the prestigious ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 2009.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mehraj over time
The chart below shows babies named Mehraj registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 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 Mehraj, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mehraj by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mehraj 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 | #4991 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4386 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3770 | 12 | 3 |
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Names similar to Mehraj
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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
Mehraj: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mehraj in the UK right now?
In 2023, Mehraj was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mehraj most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 5 babies registered as Mehraj in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mehraj?
An Arabic masculine name meaning ascent or enlightenment.
How many people are called Mehraj in the UK?
A total of 22 babies have been registered as Mehraj 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.