UK boy's name
Rajbir
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "king of warriors".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rajbir is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Rajbir popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 4 births.
This profile covers 26 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 1996 to 2020. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 26 living people in the UK are called Rajbir. 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 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rajbir ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 4 boys were registered as Rajbir.
- • About 26 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rajbir as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
4 births
Estimated living
26
2026
Meaning
What does Rajbir mean?
The name Rajbir is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. It is a compound name formed by combining the words "Raja" meaning "king" or "ruler," and "Bir" meaning "brave" or "courageous." The name thus signifies a "brave king" or a "courageous ruler."
Rajbir has its roots in the ancient Hindu traditions and culture of the Indian subcontinent. The name carries a strong association with the warrior class and the martial traditions of ancient India. It evokes images of valiant rulers who defended their kingdoms and people with unwavering courage and strength.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Rajbir can be traced back to the medieval period in India, particularly during the reign of various dynasties and kingdoms. Historical records and literary works from this era often mention individuals bearing this name, reflecting the significance of bravery and leadership in the socio-political landscape of the time.
One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Rajbir was Rajbir Singh, a Rajput warrior and chieftain who lived in the 16th century. He was known for his bravery in battles against the Mughal forces and his unwavering loyalty to his kinsmen.
Another prominent figure was Rajbir Kaur, a Sikh warrior and poet who lived in the 18th century. She was celebrated for her courage and devotion to the Sikh faith, as well as her literary contributions in the form of spiritual poetry.
In the 19th century, Rajbir Singh II was a prominent Maharaja of the princely state of Jind in present-day Haryana, India. He was revered for his just and benevolent rule, as well as his patronage of art and culture.
Rajbir Singh III, who ruled the same state of Jind in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was also a notable figure. He was known for his progressive reforms and efforts to modernize his kingdom.
In more recent times, Rajbir Singh was a distinguished Indian diplomat who served as the Ambassador of India to several countries in the latter half of the 20th century. He played a crucial role in strengthening India's international relations and promoting its interests on the global stage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rajbir over time
The chart below shows babies named Rajbir registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rajbir, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rajbir by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rajbir 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4464 | 10 | 3 |
| 2000s | #2818 | 7 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2861 | 6 | 2 |
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FAQ
Rajbir: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rajbir in the UK right now?
In 2020, Rajbir was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Rajbir most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 4 babies registered as Rajbir in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rajbir?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "king of warriors".
How many people are called Rajbir in the UK?
A total of 26 babies have been registered as Rajbir 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.