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UK boy's name

Parthiv

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "embodiment of Prithvi (earth)".

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.

Parthiv is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Parthiv popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 6 births.

This profile covers 29 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2006 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.

The latest count is about 83% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 29 living people in the UK are called Parthiv. 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

  • Parthiv ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2023, when 6 boys were registered as Parthiv.
  • About 29 living people in the UK are estimated to have Parthiv as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3688

2024

Births in 2024

5

Latest year

Peak year

2023

6 births

Estimated living

29

2026

Meaning

What does Parthiv mean?

The name Parthiv has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "Prithvi," which means "earth" or "land." Parthiv can be translated as "relating to the earth" or "belonging to the land."

In Hindu mythology, Prithvi is the name of the earth goddess, the consort of Dyaus Pita, the god of the sky. The name Parthiv is closely associated with this mythological connection and the reverence for the earth in ancient Indian culture. It is believed that the name was originally given to individuals who had a deep connection with nature or worked closely with the land, such as farmers or those who lived in rural areas.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Parthiv can be traced back to ancient Indian texts and inscriptions dating back to the 3rd century BCE. One notable historical figure who bore this name was Parthiv, a Sanskrit grammarian and philosopher who lived during the 7th century CE. He is known for his contributions to the field of Sanskrit grammar and his commentaries on the works of the renowned grammarian Panini.

Another prominent figure with the name Parthiv was Parthiv Chandra Ray, an Indian chemist and educator who lived from 1861 to 1944. He is considered a pioneer in the field of chemistry education in India and played a crucial role in establishing the first modern chemical laboratory in the country.

In the realm of literature, Parthiv Neog was a notable Assamese poet and writer who lived from 1916 to 1983. He is celebrated for his contributions to the Assamese literary canon and his efforts in promoting the language and culture of the region.

Parthiv Patel, born in 1985, is a former Indian cricketer who played as a wicket-keeper-batsman for the Indian national team. He represented India in various international tournaments and is known for his impressive wicket-keeping skills.

Another notable figure with the name Parthiv is Parthiv Shah, an Indian billionaire businessman who founded the pharmaceutical company Biocon Limited. Born in 1953, he is recognized for his entrepreneurial spirit and contributions to the biotechnology industry in India.

While the name Parthiv has its roots in ancient Indian culture and mythology, it has transcended geographical boundaries and has been adopted by individuals from various backgrounds and cultures around the world, reflecting the rich diversity and interconnectedness of human societies.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Parthiv over time

The chart below shows babies named Parthiv registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 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 Parthiv, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Parthiv
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Decades

Parthiv by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Parthiv 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 #3863 14 3
2010s #3666 9 2
2000s #4193 6 2

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FAQ

Parthiv: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Parthiv was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Parthiv most popular?

The peak year on record was 2023, with 6 babies registered as Parthiv in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Parthiv?

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "embodiment of Prithvi (earth)".

How many people are called Parthiv in the UK?

A total of 29 babies have been registered as Parthiv across the 7 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.