UK boy's name
Rasul
A masculine Arabic name meaning "messenger" or "apostle".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rasul is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Rasul popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2003 to 2019. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Rasul. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rasul ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 3 boys were registered as Rasul.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rasul as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Rasul mean?
The name Rasul has its origins in the Arabic language and Islamic culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "rasul," which means "messenger" or "prophet." The name is closely associated with the Islamic faith and the belief in the divine messengers sent by God.
In Islamic tradition, the title "Rasul" is bestowed upon the prophets who received revelations from God and were entrusted with the task of conveying His message to humanity. The most prominent bearer of this title is Prophet Muhammad, who is regarded as the last messenger of God in Islam.
The name Rasul can be traced back to the 7th century CE, when Islam emerged in the Arabian Peninsula. It gained significance during the spread of Islam across the Middle East, North Africa, and other regions. The name is mentioned in the Quran, the holy book of Islam, and is often used to refer to the prophets who brought God's message to their respective communities.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Rasul is found in the life of Rasul ibn al-Hadrami, a companion of Prophet Muhammad who lived in the 7th century CE. Another notable figure was Rasul al-Ghifari, a famous Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 8th century CE.
Throughout history, several prominent figures have borne the name Rasul, including:
1. Rasul Gamzatov (1923-2003), a renowned Russian poet and writer of Avar descent, known for his works celebrating the beauty of the Caucasus region.
2. Rasul Mirzayev (1915-1974), a Soviet military commander who played a crucial role in the Battle of Stalingrad during World War II.
3. Rasul Bakhsh Rais (1857-1921), a prominent Muslim scholar and reformer from British India, known for his efforts to promote modern education and women's rights.
4. Rasul Khuzhanazarov (1925-2012), a Uzbek film director and screenwriter known for his contributions to Soviet and Uzbek cinema.
5. Rasul Guliyev (born 1950), a former Speaker of the National Assembly and opposition leader in Azerbaijan.
The name Rasul continues to hold cultural and religious significance, particularly among Muslim communities around the world. It serves as a reminder of the important role of prophets and messengers in the Islamic faith and the responsibility of conveying divine teachings to humanity.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rasul over time
The chart below shows babies named Rasul registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rasul, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rasul by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rasul 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 | #4702 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3760 | 6 | 2 |
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FAQ
Rasul: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rasul in the UK right now?
In 2019, Rasul was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Rasul most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 3 babies registered as Rasul in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rasul?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "messenger" or "apostle".
How many people are called Rasul in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Rasul across the 3 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.