UK girl's name
Narah
A Hebrew name meaning "light", "blossom", or "dawn".
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.
Narah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Narah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5591, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2019, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2019 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.
Narah is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Narah. 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
- • Narah ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2019, when 3 girls were registered as Narah.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Narah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5591
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2019
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Narah mean?
The name Narah has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that emerged in the Indian subcontinent around the 2nd millennium BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "nara," meaning "man" or "human being." The name Narah is believed to have been used in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, reflecting its deep-rooted cultural significance.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Narah can be traced back to the Mahabharata, a renowned Sanskrit epic composed between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE. In this epic, Narah is referred to as one of the seven principal sages or rishis who played a crucial role in the narrative. This ancient reference highlights the name's historical importance and its association with wisdom and spirituality.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Narah. One prominent figure was Narah Narayana (1478-1537), a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer from the Vijayanagara Empire. His contributions to the field of mathematics, including his work on infinite series and the calculation of pi, have been widely recognized.
Another individual of note was Narah Chandra Basu (1825-1899), a Bengali writer, social reformer, and advocate for women's education in 19th century India. His literary works, particularly his novels and essays, played a significant role in shaping the Bengali literary landscape and promoting social change.
In the realm of art, Narah Joshi (1922-2007), an Indian painter and sculptor, made significant contributions to the modern art movement in India. Her abstract works, inspired by Indian philosophy and nature, garnered international acclaim and are celebrated for their unique visual language.
Moving to more recent times, Narah Dastur (1905-1992) was an Indian Zoroastrian priest and scholar who dedicated his life to preserving and promoting the teachings of the Zoroastrian faith. His efforts in establishing educational institutions and publishing works on Zoroastrianism left a lasting impact on the community.
While the name Narah has ancient roots and historical significance, it is important to note that these examples are not exhaustive, and there may be other notable individuals who have carried this name throughout history, contributing to various fields and cultures around the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Narah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Narah 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 | #5591 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Narah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Narah in the UK right now?
In 2019, Narah was ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Narah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2019, with 3 babies registered as Narah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Narah?
A Hebrew name meaning "light", "blossom", or "dawn".
How many people are called Narah in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Narah across the 1 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.