UK girl's name
Shardai
Origin uncertain, possibly a feminine name of Indian or Sanskrit origin.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shardai is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shardai popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5876, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 5 births.
This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2000 to 2012. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 17 living people in the UK are called Shardai. 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 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shardai ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 5 girls were registered as Shardai.
- • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shardai as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5876
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
5 births
Estimated living
17
2026
Meaning
What does Shardai mean?
The name Shardai has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages spoken in ancient India. This name is derived from the Sanskrit words "shar" meaning "arrow" and "dai" meaning "giver" or "bestower." Thus, the name Shardai can be interpreted as "the one who bestows arrows" or "the giver of arrows."
In ancient Indian texts and scriptures, such as the Puranas and the Mahabharata, there are references to Shardai as a name given to warriors or archers who were skilled in the art of wielding bows and arrows. The name was often associated with strength, courage, and prowess in battle.
The earliest recorded use of the name Shardai dates back to the 5th century BCE, when it was mentioned in ancient Sanskrit inscriptions found in various regions of the Indian subcontinent. One notable figure bearing this name was Shardai Dhanurdhar, a renowned archer and warrior who lived during the 3rd century BCE and was celebrated for his exceptional skills with the bow and arrow.
Throughout history, several individuals have been known by the name Shardai. In the 7th century CE, Shardai Acharya was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and grammarian who made significant contributions to the study of the Sanskrit language and its grammar rules.
During the 12th century, Shardai Vaidya was a renowned Ayurvedic physician and healer from the Indian subcontinent. He is credited with authoring several treatises on Ayurvedic medicine and its practices.
In the 16th century, Shardai Singh was a prominent warrior and military leader who served under the Mughal Empire. He was known for his bravery and strategic skills in battles against rival kingdoms.
Another notable figure with the name Shardai was Shardai Devi, a 17th-century Indian princess and patron of the arts. She was renowned for her patronage of poets, musicians, and artists during her time, and her court was considered a vibrant center of cultural activities.
While the name Shardai has its roots in ancient Sanskrit and Indian culture, it has been adopted and used across various regions and cultures over time, carrying with it the symbolism of strength, valor, and skill in archery or warfare.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Shardai over time
The chart below shows babies named Shardai registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Shardai, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shardai by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shardai 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 | #5876 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3379 | 14 | 3 |
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FAQ
Shardai: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shardai in the UK right now?
In 2012, Shardai was ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shardai most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 5 babies registered as Shardai in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shardai?
Origin uncertain, possibly a feminine name of Indian or Sanskrit origin.
How many people are called Shardai in the UK?
A total of 17 babies have been registered as Shardai across the 4 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.