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UK boy's name

Navilan

A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from Sanskrit or Tamil.

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.

Navilan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Navilan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4107, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 4 births.

This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2023 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.

Navilan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Navilan. 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

  • Navilan ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2023, when 4 boys were registered as Navilan.
  • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Navilan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4107

2023

Births in 2023

4

Latest year

Peak year

2023

4 births

Estimated living

4

2026

Meaning

What does Navilan mean?

The name Navilan is believed to have its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language of India, dating back to around the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "navila," which means "fresh" or "new." The name may have been given to children born during the spring season or to symbolize a fresh start or new beginning.

In early Hindu texts, there are references to a sage named Navilan who is said to have been a great scholar and teacher of the Vedas, the ancient Hindu scriptures. However, there is little historical evidence to confirm the existence of this figure or the details of his life.

The earliest recorded use of the name Navilan can be traced back to the 7th century CE, where it appears in ancient inscriptions found in the region of present-day Rajasthan, India. During this time, the name was likely associated with the ruling classes and aristocracy of the region.

One of the earliest notable figures to bear the name Navilan was a Hindu scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century CE. He is credited with writing several works on philosophy, religion, and literature, though few of his writings have survived to the present day.

In the 12th century, there was a renowned Navilan who was a military commander and advisor to the Rajput king Prithviraj Chauhan. He played a significant role in the battles against the invading Muslim forces led by Muhammad of Ghor.

Another famous Navilan was a Jain monk and scholar who lived in the 15th century CE. He authored several texts on Jain philosophy and is revered within the Jain community for his contributions to religious literature.

In the 16th century, there was a Navilan who was a skilled architect and designer, responsible for the construction of several notable temples and palaces in the region of present-day Uttar Pradesh, India.

While the name Navilan is not as common today as it once was, it continues to be used in some parts of India, particularly among Hindu and Jain communities. Its historical significance and association with scholars, warriors, and artists make it a name rich in cultural heritage and tradition.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Navilan by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Navilan 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 #4107 4 1

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FAQ

Navilan: questions and answers

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

In 2023, Navilan was ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Navilan most popular?

The peak year on record was 2023, with 4 babies registered as Navilan in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Navilan?

A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from Sanskrit or Tamil.

How many people are called Navilan in the UK?

A total of 4 babies have been registered as Navilan 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.