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UK boy's name

Saketh

A name of Indian origin meaning "powerful" or "mighty".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Saketh is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Saketh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 4 births.

This profile covers 13 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2008 to 2021. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 13 living people in the UK are called Saketh. 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 2022 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Saketh ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2008, when 4 boys were registered as Saketh.
  • About 13 living people in the UK are estimated to have Saketh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4789

2021

Births in 2021

3

Latest year

Peak year

2008

4 births

Estimated living

13

2026

Meaning

What does Saketh mean?

The name Saketh originates from the Sanskrit language, which has its roots in ancient India. It is believed to have originated sometime around the 2nd century BCE, during the Maurya Empire period in Indian history.

Saketh is derived from the Sanskrit word "saktha," which means "able" or "capable." The name is closely associated with strength, capability, and power. In ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and Puranas, there are references to divine beings and deities with names that have a similar root or meaning to Saketh.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Saketh can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, there is a character named Saketh, who was a wise and learned sage. He was known for his deep knowledge of the sacred texts and his ability to impart wisdom to his disciples.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Saketh. One of the most prominent was Saketh Maharaj (1892-1971), a revered spiritual leader and philosopher from India. He was renowned for his teachings on Vedanta, the ancient philosophical tradition of Hinduism, and his contributions to the promotion of Indian culture and values.

Another noteworthy figure was Saketh Chandra (1836-1904), a prominent Indian mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and was known for his work on the theory of numbers. Saketh Chandra's mathematical treatises were widely studied and respected during his time.

In the realm of literature, Saketh Ghosh (1932-2004) was a celebrated Bengali poet and writer from India. His poetry explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, and he is considered one of the most influential poets of modern Bengali literature.

Saketh Rajan (1957-2010) was an Indian actor and director who made a significant impact on the Tamil film industry. He is best known for his critically acclaimed roles in several Tamil movies and for his contributions to promoting regional cinema.

Another notable figure was Saketh Kaul (1901-1986), an Indian diplomat and statesman. He served as the Ambassador of India to several countries and played a crucial role in shaping India's foreign policy during the post-independence era.

These are just a few examples of individuals who carried the name Saketh throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich cultural heritage of their societies.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Saketh over time

The chart below shows babies named Saketh registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Saketh, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Saketh
01234200820142021

Decades

Saketh by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Saketh 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 #4682 6 2
2000s #3687 4 1

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FAQ

Saketh: questions and answers

How popular is the name Saketh in the UK right now?

In 2021, Saketh was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Saketh most popular?

The peak year on record was 2008, with 4 babies registered as Saketh in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Saketh?

A name of Indian origin meaning "powerful" or "mighty".

How many people are called Saketh in the UK?

A total of 13 babies have been registered as Saketh across the 4 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.