UK boy's name
Serhan
An Arabic masculine name meaning "traveler" or "wanderer" in the morning.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Serhan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Serhan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4685, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 6 births.
This profile covers 27 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1997 to 2013. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 27 living people in the UK are called Serhan. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Serhan ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 6 boys were registered as Serhan.
- • About 27 living people in the UK are estimated to have Serhan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4685
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
6 births
Estimated living
27
2026
Meaning
What does Serhan mean?
The name Serhan is of Arabic origin and has its roots in the ancient Semitic languages of the Middle East. It is believed to have derived from the Arabic word "sarhan," which means "wild cat" or "lynx." This name was commonly used among the nomadic tribes of the Arabian Peninsula during the pre-Islamic era.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Serhan can be traced back to the 7th century AD, when it was mentioned in several Arabic literary works and historical records. During this time, the name was associated with courage, strength, and valor, traits that were highly valued in the harsh desert environment.
In the Islamic tradition, the name Serhan is not directly mentioned in the Quran or the Hadith (sayings of Prophet Muhammad). However, some Islamic scholars have interpreted the name as a metaphor for vigilance and alertness, which are important virtues in the faith.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Serhan. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Serhan ibn Sa'id al-Khuza'i (620-690 AD), a renowned Arab poet and warrior from the tribe of Khuza'a. His poetry was widely acclaimed for its eloquence and vivid depictions of the harsh desert life.
Another prominent figure was Serhan ibn Abi Layla (680-748 AD), a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from the city of Kufa (present-day Iraq). He was known for his extensive knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the development of Islamic legal thought.
In the 12th century, Serhan al-Rawi (1110-1180 AD) was a celebrated Arabic literary figure and poet from Baghdad. He was renowned for his mastery of the Arabic language and his ability to compose intricate and beautiful verses.
During the Ottoman Empire, Serhan Pasha (1570-1635 AD) was a prominent military leader and statesman. He served as the Grand Vizier (chief advisor) to Sultan Murad IV and played a crucial role in expanding the Empire's territories in the Balkans and the Middle East.
In more recent times, Serhan Sulaiman (1925-2005 AD) was a renowned Syrian poet and writer. He was celebrated for his lyrical poetry, which explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. His works have been widely translated and studied in academic circles.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Serhan over time
The chart below shows babies named Serhan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Serhan, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Serhan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Serhan 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 | #4685 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3116 | 20 | 5 |
| 1990s | #2337 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Serhan
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- 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
Serhan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Serhan in the UK right now?
In 2013, Serhan was ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Serhan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 6 babies registered as Serhan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Serhan?
An Arabic masculine name meaning "traveler" or "wanderer" in the morning.
How many people are called Serhan in the UK?
A total of 27 babies have been registered as Serhan across the 7 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.