UK boy's name
Sharvil
A name of Hindu origin meaning "God's archer" or "God's arrow".
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.
Sharvil is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Sharvil popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2921, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 10 births.
This profile covers 41 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2015 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 70% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 41 living people in the UK are called Sharvil. 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
- • Sharvil ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 10 boys were registered as Sharvil.
- • About 41 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sharvil as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2921
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2022
10 births
Estimated living
41
2026
Meaning
What does Sharvil mean?
The name Sharvil is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit words "Sharva" and "Ila," which together can be interpreted as "one who protects or rules the earth."
In Hindu mythology, Sharvil is sometimes associated with Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in the Hindu pantheon. Lord Shiva is often referred to as "Sharva" or "Sharveshwara," which means the lord or ruler of all. This connection suggests that the name Sharvil may have been used to honor or pay homage to this revered deity.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Sharvil can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Vedas and Puranas. However, it is difficult to pinpoint the exact time period when the name first appeared, as these texts were compiled over several centuries and often consist of oral traditions that were passed down through generations.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Sharvil. One of the earliest recorded was Sharvil Deva, a renowned Hindu scholar and philosopher who lived in the 9th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the study of Advaita Vedanta, a non-dualistic school of Hindu philosophy.
Another prominent figure was Sharvil Tiwari, a 12th-century Hindu mathematician and astronomer from the Indian subcontinent. He is credited with making significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the areas of algebra and trigonometry.
In more recent times, Sharvil Patel was an Indian freedom fighter who played an active role in the struggle for independence from British rule. He was born in 1896 and participated in several non-violent protests and civil disobedience movements led by Mahatma Gandhi.
Sharvil Nanavati was an Indian naval officer who gained notoriety in the 1950s for his involvement in a high-profile criminal case known as the Nanavati Case. The case, which centered around his killing of his wife's lover, became a controversial topic and sparked debates about morality and the legal system in India.
Finally, Sharvil Rajpal is a contemporary Indian actor and model who has appeared in various television shows and films. He was born in 1985 and is known for his roles in popular TV series such as "Diya Aur Baati Hum" and "Kundali Bhagya."
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sharvil over time
The chart below shows babies named Sharvil registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 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 Sharvil, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sharvil by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sharvil 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 | #2645 | 32 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4790 | 9 | 3 |
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FAQ
Sharvil: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sharvil in the UK right now?
In 2024, Sharvil was ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Sharvil most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 10 babies registered as Sharvil in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sharvil?
A name of Hindu origin meaning "God's archer" or "God's arrow".
How many people are called Sharvil in the UK?
A total of 41 babies have been registered as Sharvil 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.