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UK name, mostly boys

Randeep

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "glowing lamp" or "bright lamp".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Randeep is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Randeep popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3385, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 5 births.

This profile covers 26 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1996 to 2006. 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 80% 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 Randeep. 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 2007 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Randeep ranked #3385 for boys in England and Wales in 2006, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1996, when 5 boys were registered as Randeep.
  • About 26 living people in the UK are estimated to have Randeep as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 89.7% of Randeep registrations are for boys.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3385

2006

Births in 2006

4

Latest year

Peak year

1996

5 births

Estimated living

26

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Randeep

In England and Wales birth records, Randeep has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 89.7% of registrations are for boys and 10.3% 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.

90% boys
Boys26 (89.7%)Girls3 (10.3%)

Randeep registered for boys

  • Ranked #3,385 in 2006
  • 4 boys registered in 2006
  • Peak: 1996 (5 births)

Randeep registered for girls

  • Ranked #4,598 in 2004
  • 3 girls registered in 2004
  • Peak: 2004 (3 births)

Meaning

What does Randeep mean?

The name Randeep 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 words "randa," meaning "battle" or "war," and "deep," which means "light" or "shine." Therefore, the name Randeep can be interpreted to mean "the light of battle" or "the shining warrior."

The name Randeep has been in use for centuries in various parts of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the regions where Sanskrit was the prevalent language. It was often given to male children born into warrior families or those with a military background, as the name symbolized bravery, strength, and valor on the battlefield.

In ancient Indian literature, such as the Mahabharata and the Puranas, there are numerous references to warriors and kings with names similar to Randeep. For instance, the Mahabharata mentions a character named Randhir, which is a variation of Randeep and carries a similar meaning.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Randeep can be traced back to the 16th century, when a Rajput warrior named Randeep Singh fought valiantly against the Mughal Empire. His bravery and exploits were documented in various historical accounts of that era.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Randeep. Randeep Hooda, an Indian actor born in 1976, is one of the most famous contemporary bearers of the name. He has starred in numerous Bollywood films and has received critical acclaim for his performances.

Another notable Randeep was Randeep Singh Surjewala, an Indian politician born in 1969 who served as a member of the Indian National Congress party and held various positions within the party's leadership.

In the field of sports, Randeep Sanghera, born in 1987, is a Canadian professional wrestler of Indian descent who has competed in various international wrestling promotions under the ring name Gursinder Singh.

Randeep Singh Brar, born in 1985, is a renowned Indian chef and television personality known for his expertise in Indian cuisine and his appearances on various cooking shows.

Randeep Singh Virdi, born in 1977, is a British-Indian cricketer who played for the England national cricket team and various domestic teams in England and India.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Randeep, reflecting its enduring popularity and cultural significance across various regions and disciplines.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Randeep over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Randeep in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2006. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Randeep, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2006, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
02468199620012006

Decades

Randeep by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Randeep 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
2000s #2805 17 4
1990s #2179 9 2

Related

Names similar to Randeep

FAQ

Randeep: questions and answers

How popular is the name Randeep in the UK right now?

In 2006, Randeep was ranked #3385 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Randeep most popular?

The peak year on record was 1996, with 5 babies registered as Randeep in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Randeep?

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "glowing lamp" or "bright lamp".

How many people are called Randeep in the UK?

A total of 26 babies have been registered as Randeep across the 6 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.