UK girl's name
Saania
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "highest bliss".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Saania is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Saania popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 3 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1996 to 2009. 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 18 living people in the UK are called Saania. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Saania ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 3 girls were registered as Saania.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Saania as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
3 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Saania mean?
The name Saania is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "sani," which means "planet Saturn." It is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Hindu communities in India.
While the name does not have a long historical lineage, it does hold significance in Hindu mythology. In Hindu astrology, the planet Saturn is often associated with discipline, perseverance, and the ability to overcome obstacles. As a result, the name Saania may be chosen to bestow these qualities upon a child.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Saania can be found in the works of contemporary Indian authors and poets. For example, the Indian novelist Shobhaa De featured a character named Saania in her 1989 book "Strange Obsession."
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Saania. One such person is Saania Mirza (born 1986), an Indian professional tennis player who has won numerous Grand Slam titles in both singles and doubles competitions. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest Indian tennis players of all time.
Another notable Saania is Saania Malik (born 1980), an Indian actress and model who has appeared in various Bollywood films and television shows. She is known for her roles in movies such as "Aakrosh" (2010) and "Ek Thi Daayan" (2013).
In the field of sports, Saania Nehwal (born 1990) is a renowned Indian badminton player who has won numerous international tournaments and is considered one of the best badminton players in the world. She was the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in badminton, securing a bronze at the 2012 London Olympics.
Saania Kumari (born 1995) is an Indian actress who has appeared in various Telugu and Tamil films. She made her debut in the 2013 Telugu film "Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyinde" and has since starred in several successful movies.
Finally, Saania Khan (born 1992) is an Indian model and actress who has participated in various reality shows, including "Bigg Boss" and "Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi." She has also appeared in several music videos and made her acting debut in the 2018 film "Saina Ek Saudagar Bachpan Ka."
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Saania over time
The chart below shows babies named Saania registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Saania, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Saania by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Saania 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4572 | 15 | 5 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Saania: questions and answers
How popular is the name Saania in the UK right now?
In 2009, Saania was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Saania most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 3 babies registered as Saania in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Saania?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "highest bliss".
How many people are called Saania in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Saania across the 6 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.