UK name, mostly girls
Puneet
A Hindu name of Sanskrit origin meaning worshipper or praiser.
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.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 20 boys.
Puneet is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Puneet popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5765, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 7 births.
This profile covers 50 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2002 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 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 50 living people in the UK are called Puneet. 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
- • Puneet ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 7 girls were registered as Puneet.
- • Puneet is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 50 living people in the UK are estimated to have Puneet as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 71.4% of Puneet registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5765
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
7 births
Estimated living
50
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Puneet
In England and Wales birth records, Puneet has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 28.6% of registrations are for boys and 71.4% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Puneet registered for boys
- Ranked #2,636 in 2002
- 4 boys registered in 2002
- Peak: 1999 (6 births)
Puneet registered for girls
- Ranked #5,765 in 2017
- 3 girls registered in 2017
- Peak: 2008 (7 births)
Meaning
What does Puneet mean?
The name Puneet originates from the Sanskrit language and has its roots in ancient Indian culture. The word is derived from the Sanskrit term "punita," which means "sacred" or "purified." It is believed to have originated during the Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500-500 BCE.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Puneet can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas. These sacred texts, which form the foundation of Hindu philosophy and spiritual teachings, contain various references to names and their meanings. The name Puneet is often associated with purity, virtue, and spiritual enlightenment.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Puneet. One prominent figure was Puneet Issar, an Indian actor and former Mr. Universe, who was born in 1956. He gained fame for his roles in numerous Bollywood films and is also known for his philanthropic work.
Another famous Puneet was Puneet Chhatwal, an Indian hotelier and business executive who served as the CEO of the Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), better known as the Taj Group. He held this position from 2017 to 2022 and played a crucial role in the company's growth and expansion.
In the realm of sports, Puneet Pal Singh Kundan was a notable Indian wrestler who competed in the freestyle discipline. He won a gold medal at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi and a silver medal at the 2014 Asian Games in Incheon.
Puneet Sharma, born in 1983, is a renowned Indian fashion designer who has made a significant impact in the world of haute couture. Her designs have been showcased at prestigious fashion events and worn by numerous celebrities.
Lastly, Puneet Gupta, an Indian entrepreneur and co-founder of the popular online learning platform Cuemath, has played a pivotal role in revolutionizing education through technology. His innovative approach to teaching has garnered global recognition and has impacted the lives of countless students.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Puneet throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human culture and achievement.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Puneet over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Puneet in England and Wales, from 1997 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 Puneet, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2017, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Puneet by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Puneet 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 | #5287 | 21 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3529 | 29 | 6 |
Related
Names similar to Puneet
- 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
Puneet: questions and answers
How popular is the name Puneet in the UK right now?
In 2017, Puneet was ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Puneet most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 7 babies registered as Puneet in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Puneet?
A Hindu name of Sanskrit origin meaning worshipper or praiser.
How many people are called Puneet in the UK?
A total of 50 babies have been registered as Puneet across the 12 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.