UK name, mostly boys
Pardeep
A masculine Hindu name of Sanskrit origin meaning "light", "lamp" or "flame".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Pardeep is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Pardeep popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3385, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 9 births.
This profile covers 48 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 1996 to 2006. 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 44% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 47 living people in the UK are called Pardeep. 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 2007 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Pardeep ranked #3385 for boys in England and Wales in 2006, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 9 boys were registered as Pardeep.
- • About 47 living people in the UK are estimated to have Pardeep as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 94.1% of Pardeep registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3385
2006
Births in 2006
4
Latest year
Peak year
2003
9 births
Estimated living
47
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Pardeep
In England and Wales birth records, Pardeep has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 94.1% of registrations are for boys and 5.9% 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.
Pardeep registered for boys
- Ranked #3,385 in 2006
- 4 boys registered in 2006
- Peak: 2003 (9 births)
Pardeep registered for girls
- Ranked #3,848 in 1998
- 3 girls registered in 1998
- Peak: 1998 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Pardeep mean?
Pardeep is a Hindu name with origins in the Sanskrit language. It is a combination of the words "pard" meaning "to cross or overcome" and "deep" meaning "light or lamp." The name Pardeep can be interpreted to mean "one who illuminates" or "one who overcomes darkness."
The name Pardeep has been in use in the Indian subcontinent for centuries, with records of its usage dating back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures. It is particularly common among the Punjabi community, where it is often given as a symbol of hope and aspiration.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Pardeep can be found in the Mahabharata, a ancient Hindu epic dating back to the 8th century BCE. In this text, there is a character named Pardeep who is described as a wise and virtuous individual.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Pardeep. One of the most famous was Pardeep Singh Kang (1933-2022), an Indian politician and social activist who fought for the rights of the Sikh community. Another notable Pardeep was Pardeep Khosla (1947-2012), an Indian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist who co-founded Sun Microsystems.
Other notable individuals with the name Pardeep include Pardeep Narwal (born 1995), an Indian professional kabaddi player who has represented the Indian national team; Pardeep Rai (born 1975), an Indian film director and screenwriter known for his work in Punjabi cinema; and Pardeep Bhagat (born 1960), an Indian politician and member of parliament.
While the name Pardeep has ancient roots, it continues to be a popular choice for Hindu families, particularly in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. The name's meaning of overcoming darkness and bringing light resonates with many parents who wish to bestow upon their children a sense of hope and determination.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Pardeep over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Pardeep in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2006. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Pardeep, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2006, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Pardeep by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Pardeep 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 | #2638 | 26 | 5 |
| 1990s | #2026 | 22 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Pardeep
- Patrick 17,559
- Peter 13,150
- Paul 8,542
- Philip 4,997
- Parker 4,664
- Phoenix 3,865
- Preston 3,370
- Prince 1,782
- Patryk 1,763
- Phillip 1,697
- Percy 1,395
- Perry 1,015
FAQ
Pardeep: questions and answers
How popular is the name Pardeep in the UK right now?
In 2006, Pardeep was ranked #3385 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Pardeep most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 9 babies registered as Pardeep in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Pardeep?
A masculine Hindu name of Sanskrit origin meaning "light", "lamp" or "flame".
How many people are called Pardeep in the UK?
A total of 48 babies have been registered as Pardeep across the 9 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.