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UK boy's name

Mihaan

A masculine name of Persian origin signifying "affectionate" or "loving".

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.

Mihaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mihaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 4 births.

This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2021 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Mihaan. 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

  • Mihaan ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2021, when 4 boys were registered as Mihaan.
  • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mihaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4270

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2021

4 births

Estimated living

11

2026

Meaning

What does Mihaan mean?

The name Mihaan has its origins in the Persian language, tracing back to ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) and the surrounding regions. It is derived from the Persian word "mihr," meaning "love" or "affection," and is often associated with the concept of kindness and compassion.

One of the earliest known references to the name Mihaan can be found in the ancient Persian epic, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. The epic features characters with names similar to Mihaan, suggesting its usage during that time period.

In the realm of historical figures, one notable bearer of the name Mihaan was Mihaan ibn Bahram Isfahani, a Persian philosopher and scientist who lived in the 9th century AD. He made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and mathematics, and his works were widely studied in the Islamic world.

Another prominent individual with the name Mihaan was Mihaan ibn Mansur al-Qazvini, a Persian geographer and traveler who lived in the 13th century. His book, "Nuzhat al-Qulub" (Delight of Hearts), provided detailed accounts of various regions and their inhabitants, making it an important work in the field of geography during that era.

In the realm of literature, Mihaan Banu Isfahani was a renowned Persian poet who lived in the 11th century. Her poetry, which often explored themes of love and spirituality, earned her widespread acclaim and recognition during her lifetime.

Additionally, Mihaan Khan was a renowned military commander and statesman in the Mughal Empire during the 17th century. He served under the emperors Jahangir and Shah Jahan and played a crucial role in various military campaigns and administrative affairs.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Mihaan throughout history, highlighting its rich cultural and historical significance in the Persian and Islamic traditions.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Mihaan over time

The chart below shows babies named Mihaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2021 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 Mihaan, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Mihaan
01234202120222024

Decades

Mihaan by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mihaan 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 #4417 11 3

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FAQ

Mihaan: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Mihaan was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Mihaan most popular?

The peak year on record was 2021, with 4 babies registered as Mihaan in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Mihaan?

A masculine name of Persian origin signifying "affectionate" or "loving".

How many people are called Mihaan in the UK?

A total of 11 babies have been registered as Mihaan across the 3 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.