UK boy's name
Romit
Of Indian origin, meaning "radiant" or "shining bright".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Romit is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Romit popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2023 to 2023. 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.
Romit is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Romit. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Romit ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 boys were registered as Romit.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Romit as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Romit mean?
The name Romit is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which has been the root language for many modern Indian languages. The name Romit is derived from the Sanskrit word "Ramita," which means "pleasing" or "delightful." The name has its roots in ancient Indian culture and can be traced back to the Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500 BCE.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Romit can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic that is considered one of the longest poems ever written. In the Mahabharata, Romit is mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandavas in the great Battle of Kurukshetra.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Romit. One of the most famous was Romit Guha (1888-1972), an Indian freedom fighter and revolutionary who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. He was a close associate of Subhas Chandra Bose and was actively involved in the Quit India Movement.
Another notable figure with the name Romit was Romit Raj Choudhury (1918-1995), an Indian lawyer and politician who served as the Chief Minister of the state of Assam from 1972 to 1978. He was a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress party and played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of Assam during his tenure.
In the realm of arts and literature, Romit Radhakrishnan (born 1966) is a renowned Indian writer and academic who has authored several critically acclaimed novels and short story collections. His works often explore themes of identity, diaspora, and the complexities of modern life.
The name Romit has also been associated with sports, with Romit Bhatia (born 1984) being a notable Indian cricketer who has represented the Indian national cricket team in various formats. He is particularly known for his exceptional fielding abilities and has been a key member of several Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises.
While the name Romit has its roots in ancient Indian culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and has been adopted by people from various backgrounds and ethnicities around the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Romit by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Romit 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 | #4991 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Romit: questions and answers
How popular is the name Romit in the UK right now?
In 2023, Romit was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Romit most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Romit in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Romit?
Of Indian origin, meaning "radiant" or "shining bright".
How many people are called Romit in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Romit across the 1 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.