UK boy's name
Shahram
A masculine Persian name meaning "king of the city".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shahram is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Shahram popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2010 to 2019. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Shahram. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shahram ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 boys were registered as Shahram.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shahram as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Shahram mean?
The name Shahram has its origins in the Persian language and culture, tracing back to ancient Persia, which is modern-day Iran. It is a compound name derived from the Persian words "shah," meaning "king" or "ruler," and "ram," meaning "spirit" or "soul." The name can be interpreted to mean "one with a kingly spirit" or "one with a noble soul."
Shahram is a name with deep historical roots in Persian literature and mythology. It is believed to have been mentioned in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi around the year 1010 CE. The Shahnameh is considered one of the world's longest epic poems and a masterpiece of Persian literature, preserving the cultural heritage and legends of pre-Islamic Persia.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shahram dates back to the 11th century CE, during the reign of the Seljuk Empire in Persia. Shahram Ghaznavi, a Persian poet and scholar, was born in Ghazni (present-day Afghanistan) around 1050 CE and is known for his contributions to Persian literature and poetry.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Shahram. Shahram Amiri (1905-1984) was an Iranian poet and literary critic who played a significant role in the modernization of Persian poetry. Shahram Nazeri (1950-1993) was a prominent Iranian singer and songwriter renowned for his contributions to Persian classical music.
Shahram Jazayeri (born 1936) is an Iranian-American filmmaker and actor who has worked in both Iranian and American cinema. He is best known for his critically acclaimed films such as "The Traveler" and "Sir."
Shahram Mokri (born 1975) is a contemporary Iranian film director and screenwriter who has garnered international acclaim for his experimental and unconventional cinematic style. His film "Fish & Cat" (2013) received numerous awards and recognition at various international film festivals.
Shahram Solati (born 1974) is an Iranian-American actor and producer who has appeared in several Iranian and American films and television shows, including "24" and "Homeland."
While these are just a few examples, the name Shahram has been carried by numerous individuals throughout history, reflecting its enduring presence in Persian culture and society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Shahram over time
The chart below shows babies named Shahram registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Shahram, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shahram by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shahram 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 | #4690 | 6 | 2 |
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- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Shahram: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shahram in the UK right now?
In 2019, Shahram was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shahram most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Shahram in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shahram?
A masculine Persian name meaning "king of the city".
How many people are called Shahram in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Shahram across the 2 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.