UK girl's name
Seerat
A feminine name of Arabic origin signifying behavior, conduct or manner.
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.
Seerat is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Seerat popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #826, with 45 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 45 births.
This profile covers 375 England and Wales registrations across 21 recorded years from 1997 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.
Seerat is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 373 living people in the UK are called Seerat. 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
- • Seerat ranked #826 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 45 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 45 girls were registered as Seerat.
- • About 373 living people in the UK are estimated to have Seerat as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#826
2024
Births in 2024
45
Latest year
Peak year
2024
45 births
Estimated living
373
2026
Meaning
What does Seerat mean?
The name Seerat has its origins in the Arabic language, derived from the word "sirah," which means "way of life" or "conduct." It holds significant importance in Islamic culture and is often associated with the biography or life account of the Prophet Muhammad.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Seerat can be traced back to the 7th century CE, when the companions and followers of the Prophet Muhammad began documenting his life events, teachings, and actions, collectively known as the "Seerat-un-Nabi" or the "Life of the Prophet."
One of the most prominent historical figures bearing the name Seerat was Seerat-un-Nabi, an influential scholar and historian who lived in the 8th century CE. He authored a comprehensive work titled "Al-Sirah al-Nabawiyyah," which meticulously chronicled the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, becoming a seminal text in Islamic literature.
Another notable individual with the name Seerat was Seerat Khan, a Mughal military commander and governor who lived in the 17th century. He played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Mughal Empire, serving under the reigns of emperors Jahangir and Shah Jahan.
In the realm of literature, Seerat Rizvi was a renowned Urdu poet and scholar from the 19th century. Born in 1828, his works were celebrated for their depth, eloquence, and insightful commentary on Islamic teachings and the life of the Prophet Muhammad.
Moving into the 20th century, Seerat Haidari was an influential Afghan politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Afghanistan from 1963 to 1965. He played a pivotal role in shaping the country's foreign policy and strengthening its international relations.
More recently, Seerat Kapoor was an Indian actress and model who gained popularity for her roles in Bollywood films during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Born in 1976, she has been recognized for her versatile performances and contributions to the Indian film industry.
Overall, the name Seerat carries a rich historical and cultural significance, deeply rooted in the Islamic tradition and the study of the Prophet Muhammad's life and teachings. Its usage has transcended various fields, from literature and scholarship to politics and entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on the annals of history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Seerat over time
The chart below shows babies named Seerat registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 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 Seerat, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 45 births in 2024, compared with 45 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Seerat by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Seerat 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 | #1085 | 162 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1815 | 191 | 10 |
| 2000s | #4150 | 19 | 5 |
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Seerat: questions and answers
How popular is the name Seerat in the UK right now?
In 2024, Seerat was ranked #826 for girls in England and Wales, with 45 births registered.
When was Seerat most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 45 babies registered as Seerat in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Seerat?
A feminine name of Arabic origin signifying behavior, conduct or manner.
How many people are called Seerat in the UK?
A total of 375 babies have been registered as Seerat across the 21 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.