UK girl's name
Nehara
A feminine name likely of Arabic origin meaning "river" or "stream".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nehara is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nehara popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2009 to 2009. 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.
Nehara is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Nehara. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nehara ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 girls were registered as Nehara.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nehara as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Nehara mean?
The name Nehara is derived from the Sanskrit language, originating in ancient India. It is believed to have emerged sometime around the 5th century BCE, during the Vedic period. The name is composed of two Sanskrit words: "neh," meaning love or affection, and "ara," meaning ray or beam. Thus, the name Nehara can be interpreted as "a ray of love" or "a beam of affection."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nehara can be found in the Mahabharata, a renowned Indian epic poem. It is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a princess from a small kingdom. However, the significance of the name lies in its symbolic meaning, representing the ideals of love and warmth.
Throughout the centuries, the name Nehara has been carried by various notable individuals. One of the most well-known bearers of this name was Nehara Devi (1050-1120 CE), a revered Hindu mystic and poet from Bengal. Her devotional compositions, known as "Nehrara Padavali," are still widely celebrated and recited today.
Another prominent figure associated with the name Nehara was Nehara Khan (1520-1585 CE), a skilled military commander who served under the Mughal Empire. He was renowned for his bravery and strategic acumen in various campaigns, earning him a place in the annals of Mughal history.
In the 18th century, Nehara Bai (1720-1790 CE) gained recognition as a prominent courtesan and dancer in the court of the Peshwa rulers in Pune, India. Her contributions to the arts and her patronage of artists and musicians earned her a lasting legacy in the cultural history of the region.
More recently, Nehara Sharma (1910-1985 CE) was a celebrated Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She played a pivotal role in reviving and popularizing the ancient dance form of Odissi, earning her numerous honors and accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Government of India.
While the name Nehara may not be as prevalent in modern times, its rich historical significance and symbolic meaning continue to resonate, serving as a reminder of the enduring cultural legacies and traditions of ancient India.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Nehara by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nehara 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5556 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Nehara: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nehara in the UK right now?
In 2009, Nehara was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nehara most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Nehara in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nehara?
A feminine name likely of Arabic origin meaning "river" or "stream".
How many people are called Nehara in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Nehara 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.