UK boy's name
Rejan
An invented name of uncertain meaning and origin.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rejan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Rejan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2921, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 8 births.
This profile covers 31 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2015 to 2024. 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 88% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 31 living people in the UK are called Rejan. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rejan ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 8 boys were registered as Rejan.
- • About 31 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rejan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2921
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2023
8 births
Estimated living
31
2026
Meaning
What does Rejan mean?
The given name Rejan is a variation of the Persian name Rajan, which has its origins in the Sanskrit language. Sanskrit is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent, with its earliest known texts dating back to around 1500 BCE.
The name Rajan is derived from the Sanskrit word "raja," which means "king" or "ruler." It is believed that the name Rejan emerged as a variation of Rajan, likely influenced by the Persian language and culture. Persia, now known as Iran, has a long and rich history that dates back to ancient times, and it was a dominant cultural and linguistic influence in the region for centuries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rejan can be found in the writings of the Persian poet and philosopher Rumi, who lived in the 13th century CE. Rumi's works, particularly his famous poetry collection, the Masnavi, are considered masterpieces of Persian literature and have had a profound influence on Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Rejan. One such individual was Rejan Khan, a 16th-century Mughal nobleman and military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire and is remembered for his bravery and military prowess.
Another prominent figure was Rejan Pasha, an Ottoman statesman and diplomat who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He served as the Grand Vizier (chief minister) of the Ottoman Empire and played a crucial role in the modernization and reform efforts of the empire during his tenure.
In the realm of literature, Rejan Khajavi was a renowned Persian poet and scholar who lived in the 19th century. He was known for his mastery of classical Persian poetry and his contributions to the preservation and promotion of Persian literary heritage.
The name Rejan has also been associated with individuals in the field of arts and culture. One such example is Rejan Mohammadi, an Iranian filmmaker and screenwriter who has gained recognition for his critically acclaimed works exploring social and cultural themes.
It is worth noting that while the name Rejan has its roots in ancient Persian and Sanskrit traditions, it has been adopted and used across various cultures and regions over time, reflecting the rich tapestry of cultural exchange and interconnectedness throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rejan over time
The chart below shows babies named Rejan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rejan, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rejan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rejan 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 | #2972 | 20 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3365 | 11 | 2 |
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FAQ
Rejan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rejan in the UK right now?
In 2024, Rejan was ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Rejan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 8 babies registered as Rejan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rejan?
An invented name of uncertain meaning and origin.
How many people are called Rejan in the UK?
A total of 31 babies have been registered as Rejan across the 5 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.