UK boy's name
Pravin
Of Hindu origin meaning clever or intelligent.
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.
Pravin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Pravin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4810, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 7 births.
This profile covers 39 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2000 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 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 39 living people in the UK are called Pravin. 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
- • Pravin ranked #4810 for boys in England and Wales in 2016, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 7 boys were registered as Pravin.
- • About 39 living people in the UK are estimated to have Pravin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4810
2016
Births in 2016
3
Latest year
Peak year
2002
7 births
Estimated living
39
2026
Meaning
What does Pravin mean?
The name Pravin traces its origins to the Sanskrit language, which has a long and rich history in the Indian subcontinent dating back several millennia. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "praveen," which means skilled, proficient, or expert. The name is believed to have been in use in ancient India, particularly among the Brahmin community, which valued knowledge and expertise.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Pravin can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads. These texts, which date back to the second millennium BCE, contain references to individuals with names derived from Sanskrit roots, including Pravin. This suggests that the name has been in use for thousands of years.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Pravin. One of the earliest recorded figures was Pravin Ghosh, a renowned Indian philosopher and scholar who lived in the 8th century CE. Ghosh was known for his contributions to the field of logic and his commentaries on ancient Sanskrit texts.
Another prominent figure was Pravin Ramdas, a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement who lived from 1864 to 1935. Ramdas was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and played a crucial role in the non-violent resistance against British colonial rule.
In the field of literature, Pravin Daruwalla is a well-known Indian poet and critic who was born in 1935. Daruwalla's works often explore themes of identity, belonging, and the human condition, and he has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to Indian literature.
Pravin Kalathil was an Indian-American author and journalist who lived from 1956 to 2015. Kalathil's writings focused on issues of globalization, technology, and the intersection of culture and economics. He was a respected voice in the field of international affairs and published several influential books and articles during his career.
Pravin Thipsay was an Indian cricketer who played for the Indian national team in the 1930s and 1940s. Thipsay was a skilled all-rounder and is remembered for his contributions to the sport, particularly his performances in domestic and international matches during that era.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Pravin. While the name has its roots in ancient India, it has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, with people from various backgrounds and professions carrying on this tradition.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Pravin over time
The chart below shows babies named Pravin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 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 Pravin, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2016, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Pravin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Pravin 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 | #4810 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #2555 | 36 | 7 |
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Names similar to Pravin
- 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
Pravin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Pravin in the UK right now?
In 2016, Pravin was ranked #4810 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Pravin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 7 babies registered as Pravin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Pravin?
Of Hindu origin meaning clever or intelligent.
How many people are called Pravin in the UK?
A total of 39 babies have been registered as Pravin 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.