UK boy's name
Shazim
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "determined" or "resolute".
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.
Shazim is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Shazim popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2021 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Shazim. 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
- • Shazim ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 3 boys were registered as Shazim.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shazim as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2021
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Shazim mean?
The name Shazim has its origins in the Persian language and culture, with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Persian word "shaz," which means "rare" or "exceptional," and the suffix "-im," which is a common Persian name ending.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Shazim can be found in the literary works of the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi, who lived in the 10th and 11th centuries. In his epic poem, the Shahnameh, Ferdowsi makes reference to a character named Shazim, indicating that the name was in use during that time period.
The name Shazim also holds significance in Islamic history, as it is mentioned in some historical accounts and records related to the spread of Islam in Persia and the surrounding regions. However, the specific details and contexts of these references are somewhat obscure and subject to scholarly debate.
Throughout the centuries, the name Shazim has been borne by various notable individuals, though their historical impact and significance may vary. One such example is Shazim al-Din, a 13th-century Persian scholar and philosopher who made contributions to the fields of astronomy and mathematics.
Another prominent figure with the name Shazim was Shazim Khan, a military leader and governor who served under the Mughal Empire in the 16th century. He played a role in the expansion and consolidation of Mughal rule in parts of present-day India and Pakistan.
In the realm of literature, Shazim Nadir was a 19th-century Persian poet and writer whose works explored themes of love, spirituality, and social commentary. His poetic compositions were widely appreciated and influential during his time.
Shazim Ali was a 20th-century Pakistani politician and diplomat who served as the country's Foreign Minister from 1965 to 1966. He was actively involved in shaping Pakistan's foreign policy during a critical period in its history.
It is worth noting that the name Shazim, while rooted in Persian culture, has also been adopted and used in various other cultures and regions over time, particularly in parts of the Middle East and South Asia. However, its historical significance and prevalence may vary across different contexts and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Shazim over time
The chart below shows babies named Shazim registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2021 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 Shazim, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shazim by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shazim 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 | #4966 | 9 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Shazim
- Samuel 108,505
- 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
Shazim: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shazim in the UK right now?
In 2024, Shazim was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shazim most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 3 babies registered as Shazim in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shazim?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "determined" or "resolute".
How many people are called Shazim in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Shazim across the 3 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.