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UK boy's name

Mohit

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "fascinating" or "enchanting".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Mohit is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mohit popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3937, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 10 births.

This profile covers 96 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1996 to 2019. 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 40% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 95 living people in the UK are called Mohit. 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 2020 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Mohit ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1998, when 10 boys were registered as Mohit.
  • About 95 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mohit as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3937

2019

Births in 2019

4

Latest year

Peak year

1998

10 births

Estimated living

95

2026

Meaning

What does Mohit mean?

The name Mohit is of Sanskrit origin, with roots dating back to ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "mohita," which means "enraptured" or "enchanted." The name is particularly popular in the Indian subcontinent, especially in regions where Hindi and other Indo-Aryan languages are spoken.

Mohit's linguistic ancestry can be traced back to the Vedic period, around the second millennium BCE. During this time, Sanskrit was the language of sacred Hindu texts, including the Vedas and the Upanishads. The name's association with the concept of enchantment or rapture suggests a connection to the mystical and spiritual traditions of ancient India.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Mohit can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts. One notable example is the Mahabharata, a Sanskrit epic that dates back to the 8th or 9th century BCE. In this epic, the name Mohit is mentioned in reference to a character or figure, though the exact context and details are unclear due to the text's antiquity.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Mohit. One of the earliest recorded examples is Mohit Banarasi, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 12th century CE. He is known for his contributions to Sanskrit literature and his commentaries on ancient Hindu texts.

Another prominent figure with the name Mohit is Mohit Chauhan, a contemporary Indian singer and composer. Born in 1966, Chauhan has made significant contributions to the Indian music industry, particularly in the realm of Bollywood film music and popular songs.

In the field of sports, Mohit Sharma, an Indian cricketer born in 1988, has made a name for himself as a talented bowler. He has represented India in various international cricket tournaments and has played for several domestic teams in the Indian Premier League.

Mohit Suri, born in 1981, is a renowned Indian film director and producer. He has directed several successful Bollywood films, including "Malang" and "Aashiqui 2," and is known for his unique visual style and compelling storytelling.

Mohit Raina, born in 1982, is an Indian actor who has gained widespread recognition for his performances in various television shows and films. He is particularly celebrated for his portrayal of historical figures, such as Shivaji in the TV series "Dharamveer Anandpal" and Lord Shiva in the popular mythological series "Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev."

The name Mohit has a rich cultural and historical significance, rooted in the ancient traditions of the Indian subcontinent. Its connection to the Sanskrit concept of enchantment and rapture has resonated throughout the ages, making it a name with enduring appeal and artistic connotations.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Mohit over time

The chart below shows babies named Mohit registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Mohit, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2019, compared with 10 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Mohit
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Decades

Mohit by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mohit 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 #3928 26 6
2000s #2871 40 8
1990s #1583 30 4

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FAQ

Mohit: questions and answers

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

In 2019, Mohit was ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Mohit most popular?

The peak year on record was 1998, with 10 babies registered as Mohit in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Mohit?

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "fascinating" or "enchanting".

How many people are called Mohit in the UK?

A total of 96 babies have been registered as Mohit across the 18 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.