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UK girl's name

Nosheen

A name of Persian origin meaning "sweet sugar" or "made of sugar".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Nosheen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nosheen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4049, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 19 births.

This profile covers 112 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1996 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 26% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 118 living people in the UK are called Nosheen. 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 2012 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Nosheen ranked #4049 for girls in England and Wales in 2011, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1996, when 19 girls were registered as Nosheen.
  • Nosheen ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #473 in 1984.
  • About 118 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nosheen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4049

2011

Births in 2011

5

Latest year

Peak year

1996

19 births

Estimated living

118

2026

Meaning

What does Nosheen mean?

The name Nosheen has its origins in the Persian language and culture. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 11th or 12th century. The name is derived from the Persian word "nosh," which means sweet or delightful. It is often associated with grace, beauty, and charm.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nosheen can be found in Persian literature from the 13th century. The name appears in several poems and stories from that era, often used to describe a beautiful and graceful woman. However, it is important to note that during those times, names were not necessarily used in the same way as they are today, and they may have had different connotations or meanings.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Nosheen. One of the most famous was Nosheen Begum, a Mughal princess who lived in the 17th century. She was known for her beauty and intelligence, and played a significant role in the political affairs of the Mughal Empire.

Another notable Nosheen was Nosheen Haider, a Pakistani actress and model who rose to prominence in the 1970s and 1980s. She was considered one of the most beautiful and talented actresses of her time, and appeared in numerous Bollywood and Lollywood films.

In the realm of literature, there was Nosheen Kanwal, a Pakistani poet and writer who made significant contributions to Urdu literature in the 20th century. Her poetry often explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition.

Moving to the world of sports, Nosheen Bukhari was a Pakistani squash player who represented her country in numerous international tournaments. She was a leading figure in the sport and won several national and international titles during her career.

Lastly, Nosheen Iqbal was a Pakistani activist and advocate for women's rights. She worked tirelessly to promote gender equality and fought against various forms of discrimination and violence against women in Pakistan.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the name Nosheen throughout history. While the name may have originated in Persian culture, it has transcended borders and found a place in various other cultures and societies over the centuries.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Nosheen over time

The chart below shows babies named Nosheen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Nosheen, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2011, compared with 19 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Nosheen
05101419199620032011

Decades

Nosheen by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nosheen 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 #4369 9 2
2000s #3080 46 8
1990s #1318 57 4

Geography

Where Nosheen is most common

The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Nosheen. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.

Nosheen ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #473 in 1984.

Scotland
4

Across the UK

Nosheen in Scotland and Northern Ireland

Scotland (NRS)

#473 in 1984

2 years of NRS records, 7 total registered

Related

Names similar to Nosheen

FAQ

Nosheen: questions and answers

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

In 2011, Nosheen was ranked #4049 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Nosheen most popular?

The peak year on record was 1996, with 19 babies registered as Nosheen in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Nosheen?

A name of Persian origin meaning "sweet sugar" or "made of sugar".

How many people are called Nosheen in the UK?

A total of 112 babies have been registered as Nosheen across the 14 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 7 more in Scotland.

Where is Nosheen most common?

In the latest published local rankings, Nosheen ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #473 in 1984. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.

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.