UK boy's name
Pawan
A masculine Hindu name meaning "wind" or "air".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Pawan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Pawan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4812, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 6 births.
This profile covers 28 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 1996 to 2017. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 28 living people in the UK are called Pawan. 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 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Pawan ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 6 boys were registered as Pawan.
- • About 28 living people in the UK are estimated to have Pawan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4812
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2002
6 births
Estimated living
28
2026
Meaning
What does Pawan mean?
The name Pawan is derived from the Sanskrit language, which originated in ancient India. It has its roots in the Sanskrit word "pavana," meaning "wind" or "air." The name is believed to have been in use since the ancient Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500-500 BCE.
Pawan is a popular name in the Hindu religion and culture. It is often associated with Lord Hanuman, the mighty monkey god known for his strength, devotion, and unwavering loyalty. In the Hindu epic Ramayana, Hanuman is also known as "Pavanaputra," meaning "son of the wind."
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Pawan can be found in the Sanskrit text "Harivamsha," a supplementary text to the Mahabharata. This ancient text mentions a character named Pawan, who was a descendant of the sage Bhrigu.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Pawan. One of the earliest known was Pawan Nath (1390-1475), a renowned Hindu mystic and saint from the Nath tradition. He was known for his profound spiritual teachings and his ability to perform miracles.
Another famous Pawan was Pawan Kumar Bansal (1882-1947), an Indian freedom fighter and politician who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and served as the Mayor of Delhi from 1943 to 1944.
In the field of literature, Pawan Kachroo (1956-2022) was a celebrated Indian poet and writer. He wrote extensively in both Hindi and Urdu, and his works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human experience.
Pawan Kalyan (born 1971) is a prominent Indian actor, filmmaker, and politician. He has starred in numerous successful Telugu films and is also the founder of the Praja Rajyam Party, a regional political party in Andhra Pradesh.
Lastly, Pawan Negi (born 1992) is an Indian cricketer who has represented India in various international tournaments. He is an all-rounder known for his batting abilities and his skillful spin bowling.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Pawan throughout history, each making significant contributions in their respective fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Pawan over time
The chart below shows babies named Pawan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2017. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Pawan, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2017, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Pawan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Pawan 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 | #4812 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #2893 | 13 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2892 | 12 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Pawan
- 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
Pawan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Pawan in the UK right now?
In 2017, Pawan was ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Pawan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 6 babies registered as Pawan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Pawan?
A masculine Hindu name meaning "wind" or "air".
How many people are called Pawan in the UK?
A total of 28 babies have been registered as Pawan across the 8 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.