UK boy's name
Mehul
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "the sky" or "the clouds".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mehul is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mehul popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 11 births.
This profile covers 75 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2012. 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 27% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 74 living people in the UK are called Mehul. 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 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mehul ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 11 boys were registered as Mehul.
- • About 74 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mehul as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4805
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
11 births
Estimated living
74
2026
Meaning
What does Mehul mean?
The name Mehul is of Sanskrit origin and is derived from the word 'Meghal', meaning 'cloud' or 'rain cloud'. It is a popular name among Hindus, predominantly in the Indian subcontinent. The name gained prominence during the medieval period and has been used for centuries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mehul can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures, the Puranas. These texts mention a sage named Mehul, who was revered for his wisdom and spiritual knowledge. Additionally, the name appears in various historical records and literary works from the Indian subcontinent.
In the realm of Indian classical music, Mehul is also the name of one of the ancient musical modes or 'ragas'. This raga is believed to have been composed by the legendary musician and philosopher, Tansen, during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Mehul. One of the most famous is Mehul Choksi (born 1958), an Indian businessman and jeweler, known for his association with the Punjab National Bank fraud case in India.
Another prominent figure is Mehul Kumar (born 1985), an Indian cricketer who has represented India in various international tournaments. Mehul Suri (born 1981) is a successful Indian film director and screenwriter, known for his work in Bollywood.
In the field of literature, Mehul Raj Anand (1917-1985) was an acclaimed Indian writer and art critic who made significant contributions to the Indian literary landscape. Mehul Brahmbhatt (1935-2001) was a renowned Indian playwright and director, known for his influential works in Gujarati theater.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals who have carried the name Mehul throughout history, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and diverse realms of influence.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mehul over time
The chart below shows babies named Mehul registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mehul, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mehul by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mehul 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 | #4742 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3077 | 43 | 9 |
| 1990s | #1857 | 26 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Mehul
- 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
Mehul: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mehul in the UK right now?
In 2012, Mehul was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mehul most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 11 babies registered as Mehul in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mehul?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "the sky" or "the clouds".
How many people are called Mehul in the UK?
A total of 75 babies have been registered as Mehul across the 15 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.