UK boy's name
Niranjan
A Hindu name meaning pure, unblemished, or stainless.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Niranjan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Niranjan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2010 to 2020. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Niranjan. 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 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Niranjan ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 boys were registered as Niranjan.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Niranjan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Niranjan mean?
The name Niranjan originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in South Asia. It is a compound word formed by combining the Sanskrit words "nir" meaning "without" and "anjan" meaning "blemish" or "stain." Thus, Niranjan translates to "pure," "untainted," or "spotless."
The earliest known use of the name Niranjan can be traced back to Hindu scriptures and texts, particularly in reference to the divine or the supreme being. In the Bhagavad Gita, one of the most revered Hindu scriptures, the name Niranjan is used as an epithet for the Supreme Lord, signifying his pure and untainted nature.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Niranjan is found in the Sanskrit epic Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a sage who attained spiritual enlightenment. This sage, known as Rishi Niranjan, is believed to have lived during the Vedic period, which spans from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.
Throughout history, several prominent figures have borne the name Niranjan. One notable example is Niranjan Pal (1838-1904), a renowned Bengali poet and writer who made significant contributions to Bengali literature during the 19th century. His works explored themes of spirituality, love, and social reform.
Another prominent figure with the name Niranjan is Niranjan Singh Mandal (1923-2011), an Indian politician and social reformer. He played a crucial role in the movement for the creation of a separate state for the Matua community in West Bengal and was actively involved in promoting their rights and welfare.
Niranjan Bhagat (1950-2022) was an acclaimed Indian classical vocalist and exponent of the Khayal genre of Hindustani classical music. He was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, for his contributions to the field of music.
In the realm of sports, Niranjan Shah (born 1945) is a notable name. He served as the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from 2008 to 2011 and played a significant role in the administration and development of cricket in India.
Niranjan Pal Chandra (1917-2000) was an eminent Indian historian and academic. He made significant contributions to the study of ancient Indian history, particularly the Maurya and Gupta periods, and authored several books and scholarly works on the subject.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Niranjan, reflecting its deep-rooted cultural and spiritual significance in various regions of South Asia.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Niranjan over time
The chart below shows babies named Niranjan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Niranjan, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Niranjan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Niranjan 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 | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4678 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Niranjan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Niranjan in the UK right now?
In 2020, Niranjan was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Niranjan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Niranjan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Niranjan?
A Hindu name meaning pure, unblemished, or stainless.
How many people are called Niranjan in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Niranjan across the 2 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.