UK name, mostly boys
Nirvair
A name originating from Sanskrit words meaning without enmity or peacefully.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nirvair is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Nirvair popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #576, with 66 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 66 births.
This profile covers 200 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2012 to 2024. 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.
Nirvair is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 199 living people in the UK are called Nirvair. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nirvair ranked #576 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 66 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 66 boys were registered as Nirvair.
- • About 199 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nirvair as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 89.7% of Nirvair registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#576
2024
Births in 2024
66
Latest year
Peak year
2024
66 births
Estimated living
199
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Nirvair
In England and Wales birth records, Nirvair has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 89.7% of registrations are for boys and 10.3% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Nirvair registered for boys
- Ranked #576 in 2024
- 66 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (66 births)
Nirvair registered for girls
- Ranked #4,843 in 2024
- 4 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2017 (5 births)
Meaning
What does Nirvair mean?
The name Nirvair has its origins in the Punjab region of India, where it is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit words "nir" meaning "without" and "vair" meaning "enmity" or "hatred." Historically, it was a name given to children with the hope that they would live a life free from enmity and hatred.
The earliest known reference to the name Nirvair can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures, particularly the Vedas and the Puranas, where it was mentioned as a desirable quality for individuals to possess. It is believed that the name gained popularity during the medieval period, particularly among the Sikh community in Punjab.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Nirvair was Nirvair Singh, a 16th-century Sikh warrior who fought against the Mughal Empire. He was known for his bravery and his unwavering commitment to the Sikh faith.
In the 18th century, Nirvair Kaur, a prominent Sikh woman, was renowned for her poetry and her devotion to the Sikh Gurus. Her works have been preserved and continue to be studied by scholars and devotees alike.
Another notable figure was Nirvair Das, a 19th-century Hindu philosopher and spiritual leader from the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. He was known for his teachings on non-violence and his efforts to promote harmony among different religious communities.
In the 20th century, Nirvair Singh Namdhari was a prominent Sikh leader and social reformer who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of the underprivileged in India. He was born in 1872 and passed away in 1947.
More recently, Nirvair Pannu, born in 1985, is a renowned Indian-Canadian actress and model who has appeared in several Punjabi and Bollywood films. She has been praised for her acting skills and her ability to portray complex characters.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nirvair over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Nirvair in England and Wales, from 2012 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nirvair, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 66 births in 2024, compared with 66 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nirvair by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nirvair 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 | #1387 | 149 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3038 | 51 | 8 |
Related
Names similar to Nirvair
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- Nathaniel 12,151
- Niall 5,746
- Nicolas 3,825
- Nico 3,532
- Nate 2,029
- Nikodem 1,872
- Noel 1,865
- Ned 1,614
- Neo 1,563
FAQ
Nirvair: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nirvair in the UK right now?
In 2024, Nirvair was ranked #576 for boys in England and Wales, with 66 births registered.
When was Nirvair most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 66 babies registered as Nirvair in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nirvair?
A name originating from Sanskrit words meaning without enmity or peacefully.
How many people are called Nirvair in the UK?
A total of 200 babies have been registered as Nirvair across the 13 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.