UK girl's name
Sargun
An Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "with the moon".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sargun is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sargun popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1819, with 16 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 16 births.
This profile covers 143 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2013 to 2024. 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 142 living people in the UK are called Sargun. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sargun ranked #1819 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 16 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 16 girls were registered as Sargun.
- • About 142 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sargun as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1819
2024
Births in 2024
16
Latest year
Peak year
2023
16 births
Estimated living
142
2026
Meaning
What does Sargun mean?
The name Sargun has its origins in the Punjabi language, which is primarily spoken in the Indian state of Punjab and the Pakistani province of Punjab. The name traces its roots back to the Sanskrit language, which was an ancient classical language of the Indian subcontinent.
Sargun is derived from the Sanskrit word "sargun," which means "having qualities" or "possessing attributes." It is a compound word formed by combining "sar" (essence or essence) and "gun" (quality or virtue). The name is often associated with traits such as beauty, grace, and virtue.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sargun can be found in the Adi Granth, the sacred scripture of the Sikh religion. The Adi Granth, which was compiled in the 16th century, contains a composition titled "Sargun Nirgun" (With Qualities and Without Qualities), which explores the concept of the divine being both with and without attributes.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Sargun. One of the earliest recorded figures was Sargun Kaur (1688-1753), a prominent Sikh woman who played a crucial role in defending the Sikh faith during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. She is revered for her bravery and commitment to the Sikh cause.
Another notable figure was Sargun Singh (1831-1873), a Sikh warrior and leader who fought against the British East India Company during the Anglo-Sikh Wars in the 19th century. He is remembered for his valor and unwavering spirit in defending the sovereignty of the Sikh Empire.
In more recent times, Sargun Mehta (born 1981) is an Indian actress and model who has appeared in various Bollywood films and television shows. She is known for her performances in movies like "Phir Hera Pheri" and "Kyaa Kool Hain Hum 3."
Sargun Desai (born 1988) is an Indian television actress and model who has gained popularity for her roles in popular TV shows like "Udaan" and "Kundali Bhagya." She has received critical acclaim for her acting skills and has a significant following among Indian television viewers.
Sargun Kaur Bhadauria (born 1995) is an Indian freestyle wrestler who has represented India in numerous international competitions. She won a bronze medal at the 2018 Asian Games and has been a consistent performer on the international wrestling circuit.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sargun over time
The chart below shows babies named Sargun registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sargun, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 16 births in 2024, compared with 16 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sargun by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sargun 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 | #1870 | 75 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2783 | 68 | 7 |
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FAQ
Sargun: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sargun in the UK right now?
In 2024, Sargun was ranked #1819 for girls in England and Wales, with 16 births registered.
When was Sargun most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 16 babies registered as Sargun in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sargun?
An Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "with the moon".
How many people are called Sargun in the UK?
A total of 143 babies have been registered as Sargun across the 12 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.