UK boy's name
Pratik
An Indian masculine name derived from the Sanskrit word "pratika" meaning emblem or symbol.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Pratik is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Pratik popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3478, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 6 births.
This profile covers 57 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 1996 to 2016. 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 57 living people in the UK are called Pratik. 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 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Pratik ranked #3478 for boys in England and Wales in 2016, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 6 boys were registered as Pratik.
- • About 57 living people in the UK are estimated to have Pratik as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3478
2016
Births in 2016
5
Latest year
Peak year
2004
6 births
Estimated living
57
2026
Meaning
What does Pratik mean?
The name Pratik has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "pratika," which means "model," "symbol," or "representation." It is believed to have been in use since ancient times, particularly in the regions where Sanskrit was widely spoken, such as India, Nepal, and parts of Southeast Asia.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Pratik can be found in Hindu mythology. In the epic Mahabharata, there is a character named Pratik who was a skilled archer and a warrior. This suggests that the name has been in existence for several centuries and held significance in ancient Indian culture.
The name Pratik has been borne by several notable individuals throughout history. One of the earliest recorded examples is Pratik Narendranath, an Indian mathematician who lived in the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of algebra and is credited with introducing the concept of zero and negative numbers to the Indian mathematical tradition.
Another prominent figure with the name Pratik was Pratik Chakraborty, a renowned Bengali poet and writer who lived in the 19th century (1838-1895). He was a pioneer of the Bengali literary renaissance and is regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of Bengali literature.
In the realm of politics, Pratik Patil was an Indian politician who served as the Governor of Maharashtra, a state in western India, from 1989 to 1994. He was also a member of the Indian National Congress party and played a significant role in India's independence movement.
Pratik Satam is a contemporary Indian actor who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows. He is best known for his roles in popular television series such as "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" and "Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii."
Pratik Duggal is an Indian entrepreneur and the founder of LabourNet, a digital platform that connects skilled workers with potential employers. He has been recognized for his innovative approach to addressing the challenges faced by the informal labor sector in India.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Pratik over time
The chart below shows babies named Pratik registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Pratik, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2016, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Pratik by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Pratik 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 | #3750 | 13 | 3 |
| 2000s | #2977 | 36 | 8 |
| 1990s | #2482 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Pratik
- 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
Pratik: questions and answers
How popular is the name Pratik in the UK right now?
In 2016, Pratik was ranked #3478 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Pratik most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 6 babies registered as Pratik in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Pratik?
An Indian masculine name derived from the Sanskrit word "pratika" meaning emblem or symbol.
How many people are called Pratik in the UK?
A total of 57 babies have been registered as Pratik across the 13 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.