UK boy's name
Parmveer
Warrior and embodiment of divine and righteous valour.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Parmveer is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Parmveer popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4685, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 8 births.
This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2001 to 2013. 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 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 17 living people in the UK are called Parmveer. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Parmveer ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 8 boys were registered as Parmveer.
- • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Parmveer as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4685
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2011
8 births
Estimated living
17
2026
Meaning
What does Parmveer mean?
The name Parmveer has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the Sanskrit and Punjabi languages. It is a relatively modern name, with its roots dating back to the early 20th century. The name is a combination of two words – "Parm" which means "supreme" or "ultimate," and "Veer" which signifies "brave" or "courageous." Therefore, the name Parmveer translates to "the supreme brave one" or "the ultimate courageous one."
While the name itself does not have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its components can be found in various sources. The word "Parm" is derived from the Sanskrit term "Parma," which is often used in Hindu scriptures and philosophies to describe the highest or ultimate reality. Similarly, the word "Veer" has been used in various Indian epics and historical accounts to refer to valiant warriors and heroes.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Parmveer can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, during the Indian independence movement. It gained popularity as a name for newborn boys, symbolizing the courage and bravery of those fighting for freedom from British colonial rule.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Parmveer. One such figure was Parmveer Singh (1897-1972), a prominent Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who participated in the Ghadar movement against British rule. Another was Parmveer Chakra (1923-2009), an eminent Indian politician and social activist who served as a member of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian parliament.
Parmveer Singh Athwal (1927-1992) was a distinguished Indian Army officer who rose to the rank of Lieutenant General and played a crucial role in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Parmveer Ahuja (born 1986) is a contemporary Indian actor and model who has appeared in several Bollywood films and television shows.
Parmveer Chopra (1957-2009) was a renowned Indian poet, writer, and translator who made significant contributions to Punjabi literature and received numerous awards and accolades for his work.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Parmveer over time
The chart below shows babies named Parmveer registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Parmveer, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Parmveer by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Parmveer 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 | #3538 | 11 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3301 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Parmveer
- 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
Parmveer: questions and answers
How popular is the name Parmveer in the UK right now?
In 2013, Parmveer was ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Parmveer most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 8 babies registered as Parmveer in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Parmveer?
Warrior and embodiment of divine and righteous valour.
How many people are called Parmveer in the UK?
A total of 17 babies have been registered as Parmveer across the 4 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.