UK boy's name
Rohin
A masculine name of Indian origin derived from Sanskrit meaning "rising sun".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rohin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Rohin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 9 births.
This profile covers 124 England and Wales registrations across 23 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 123 living people in the UK are called Rohin. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rohin ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 9 boys were registered as Rohin.
- • About 123 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rohin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
9 births
Estimated living
123
2026
Meaning
What does Rohin mean?
The name Rohin is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language spoken in the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "roha," which means "to grow" or "to ascend." It is thought to have been used as a name since ancient times in various parts of India.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Rohin can be found in the Mahabharata, a significant Sanskrit epic that dates back to around the 3rd century BCE. In this epic, Rohin is mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought in the great battle of Kurukshetra.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Rohin. One of the earliest was Rohin Singh (1670-1738), a renowned Maratha general who served under the Maratha ruler Shivaji. He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Maratha Empire and is remembered for his military prowess.
Another prominent figure was Rohin Tandon (1909-1986), an Indian freedom fighter and politician. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and participated in the Indian independence movement against British rule. After India's independence, he served as a member of parliament and held various ministerial positions.
In more recent times, Rohin Reddy (born 1977) is a successful Indian film producer and entrepreneur. He has produced several acclaimed Telugu films and is known for his contributions to the Indian film industry.
Rohin Kapoor (born 1982) is an Indian actor and model who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows. He is recognized for his talent and versatility as an actor.
Rohin Suri (born 1989) is an Indian-American entrepreneur and technology executive. He co-founded a successful software company and is known for his innovative ideas and leadership in the tech industry.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Rohin throughout history, showcasing its widespread usage and significance across different eras and cultures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rohin over time
The chart below shows babies named Rohin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rohin, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rohin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rohin 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 | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3457 | 43 | 8 |
| 2000s | #2788 | 50 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1669 | 28 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Rohin
- 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
Rohin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rohin in the UK right now?
In 2022, Rohin was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Rohin most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 9 babies registered as Rohin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rohin?
A masculine name of Indian origin derived from Sanskrit meaning "rising sun".
How many people are called Rohin in the UK?
A total of 124 babies have been registered as Rohin across the 23 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.