UK girl's name
Parul
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "a rain drop" or "sparkling like a pearl".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Parul is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Parul popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3667, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 5 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1999 to 2007. 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.
Parul is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Parul. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Parul ranked #3667 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 5 girls were registered as Parul.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Parul as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3667
2007
Births in 2007
5
Latest year
Peak year
2007
5 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Parul mean?
The name Parul originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that dates back to the 2nd millennium BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "parula," meaning "a small flower" or "a bud." The name has been used predominantly in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions where Sanskrit and its derived languages were widely spoken.
Parul is a name deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and literature. It is believed to have been mentioned in the Puranas, a vast collection of ancient Hindu texts that explore various aspects of mythology, cosmology, and philosophy. The name is often associated with beauty, delicacy, and the ephemeral nature of life, drawing parallels with the fleeting existence of a flower.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Parul can be found in the medieval Hindu text "Naishadha Charita," written by the celebrated Sanskrit poet Shriharsha in the 12th century CE. In this epic poem, Parul is the name of a beautiful princess who becomes the object of affection for the protagonist, Nala.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Parul. One of the most famous was Parul Devi (1919-2001), an esteemed Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She was renowned for her mastery of the Kathak dance form and her contributions to preserving and promoting Indian classical dance traditions.
Another prominent figure was Parul Ghosh (1926-2022), a pioneering Indian actress and screenwriter. She was one of the first leading ladies of Indian cinema and acted in numerous Bengali and Hindi films during the 1940s and 1950s, earning critical acclaim for her performances.
In the realm of literature, Parul Bharadwaj (born 1961) is a renowned Indian poet, writer, and translator. Her works have been widely published and translated into multiple languages, earning her several prestigious literary awards and honors.
Parul Sheth (born 1977) is an Indian singer, composer, and music producer who has gained international recognition for her fusion of Indian classical music with contemporary genres. Her unique style and collaborations with artists from around the world have garnered critical acclaim.
Lastly, Parul Gulati (born 1989) is an Indian actress and model who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows. Her versatile performances have earned her a dedicated fan base and recognition within the Indian entertainment industry.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Parul over time
The chart below shows babies named Parul registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Parul, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2007, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Parul by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Parul 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 | #3667 | 5 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3225 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Parul
- Poppy 52,802
- Phoebe 47,609
- Paige 24,717
- Penelope 13,109
- Pippa 6,346
- Polly 5,678
- Philippa 4,446
- Penny 4,394
- Paris 4,372
- Piper 3,961
- Pearl 3,516
- Paisley 3,419
FAQ
Parul: questions and answers
How popular is the name Parul in the UK right now?
In 2007, Parul was ranked #3667 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Parul most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 5 babies registered as Parul in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Parul?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "a rain drop" or "sparkling like a pearl".
How many people are called Parul in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Parul across the 2 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.