UK boy's name
Rohail
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "a nocturnal walker" or "night wanderer".
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.
Rohail is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Rohail popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3937, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 14 births.
This profile covers 145 England and Wales registrations across 20 recorded years from 1996 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 29% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 144 living people in the UK are called Rohail. 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
- • Rohail ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 14 boys were registered as Rohail.
- • About 144 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rohail as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3937
2019
Births in 2019
4
Latest year
Peak year
1999
14 births
Estimated living
144
2026
Meaning
What does Rohail mean?
The name Rohail is of Arabic origin and is believed to have its roots in the ancient Semitic languages spoken in the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic word "rawha," which means "garden" or "paradise." The name is thought to have emerged during the early Islamic period, around the 7th century CE.
In the context of Islamic culture, the name Rohail is often associated with the idea of a beautiful and serene garden, reflecting the importance of nature and tranquility in Islamic teachings. The name may have been inspired by the descriptions of paradise found in the Quran, where lush gardens and flowing streams are mentioned as rewards for the righteous.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rohail can be found in the biographical works of the renowned Islamic scholar and historian, Ibn Khallikan, who lived in the 13th century. He mentions a notable scholar and poet named Rohail ibn Abi al-Qasim, who lived during the 10th century CE.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Rohail. One of the most famous is Rohail Khateeb, a renowned Islamic scholar and preacher from the 11th century CE, known for his eloquent sermons and teachings on Islamic ethics and spirituality.
Another notable figure is Rohail Deen, a prominent Indian Muslim scholar and educator from the 16th century CE, who is credited with establishing several educational institutions and promoting the study of Arabic and Persian literature.
In the literary realm, Rohail Ghani was a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from the 19th century CE, known for his contributions to the development of modern Urdu poetry and his profound insights on human emotions and experiences.
The name Rohail also gained prominence in the realm of politics. Rohail Khurshid was a prominent Pakistani politician and diplomat who served as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan in the late 20th century, playing a significant role in shaping the country's foreign policy.
Rohail Amin, an Afghan military commander and political figure from the 20th century, is another noteworthy individual who bore this name. He played a crucial role in the Afghan resistance against the Soviet invasion in the 1980s and later served as the Governor of Nangarhar Province.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rohail over time
The chart below shows babies named Rohail registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Rohail, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2019, compared with 14 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rohail by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rohail 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 | #3086 | 45 | 7 |
| 2000s | #2488 | 55 | 9 |
| 1990s | #1197 | 45 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Rohail
- Ryan 68,692
- Riley 37,992
- Robert 27,462
- Reuben 25,122
- Rhys 24,418
- Reece 24,329
- Rory 21,870
- Roman 16,609
- Ronnie 16,445
- Reggie 14,684
- Rowan 14,371
- Ralph 8,892
FAQ
Rohail: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rohail in the UK right now?
In 2019, Rohail was ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Rohail most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 14 babies registered as Rohail in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rohail?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "a nocturnal walker" or "night wanderer".
How many people are called Rohail in the UK?
A total of 145 babies have been registered as Rohail across the 20 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.