UK boy's name
Saksham
A masculine Hindu name meaning capable, powerful, or competent.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Saksham is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Saksham popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3895, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 7 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2009 to 2014. 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 57% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Saksham. 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 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Saksham ranked #3895 for boys in England and Wales in 2014, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 7 boys were registered as Saksham.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Saksham as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3895
2014
Births in 2014
4
Latest year
Peak year
2009
7 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Saksham mean?
The name Saksham is of Sanskrit origin, tracing its roots back to the ancient Vedic period in India. It is derived from the word "sakshama," which means "capable" or "competent." The name gained prominence during the medieval era in the Indian subcontinent.
In Hindu mythology, the name Saksham is associated with Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. Lord Vishnu is revered as the protector and preserver of the universe. The name Saksham is often given to children with the belief that it will bestow them with the ability to excel in various aspects of life.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Saksham can be found in the ancient Sanskrit text "Mahabharata," which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. The epic mentions a character named Saksham, who was a renowned warrior and a skilled archer.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Saksham. One of the most prominent among them was Saksham Pandey (1650-1720), a revered poet and scholar from the Mughal era. His collection of poems, known as "Saksham Granthavali," is widely acclaimed for its literary brilliance and profound philosophical insights.
Another notable individual was Saksham Sharma (1820-1890), a pioneering social reformer and educator from the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. He dedicated his life to promoting education and empowering the underprivileged sections of society.
In the realm of music, Saksham Chaudhary (1935-2010) was a celebrated Indian classical vocalist and a recipient of the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for his contributions to Hindustani classical music.
The name Saksham has also been borne by notable figures in the field of sports. Saksham Gupta (born 1987) is a renowned Indian cricketer who has represented the national team in various international tournaments.
Saksham Rai (1925-2005) was a distinguished writer and historian from India. His works shed light on the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Indian subcontinent, earning him widespread acclaim and several literary awards.
The name Saksham continues to be popular among parents in many parts of India, particularly in the northern regions. It carries a sense of strength, capability, and determination, making it a sought-after choice for newborns.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Saksham over time
The chart below shows babies named Saksham registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Saksham, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2014, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Saksham by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Saksham 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 | #3859 | 8 | 2 |
| 2000s | #2544 | 7 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Saksham
- Samuel 108,505
- Sebastian 33,008
- Sam 20,889
- Stanley 16,354
- Sonny 15,028
- Sean 15,006
- Scott 12,587
- Seth 9,841
- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Saksham: questions and answers
How popular is the name Saksham in the UK right now?
In 2014, Saksham was ranked #3895 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Saksham most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 7 babies registered as Saksham in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Saksham?
A masculine Hindu name meaning capable, powerful, or competent.
How many people are called Saksham in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Saksham across the 3 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.