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UK boy's name

Shivang

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "part or ray of Lord Shiva".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Shivang is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Shivang popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2021 to 2021. 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.

Shivang is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Shivang. 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 2022 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Shivang ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2021, when 3 boys were registered as Shivang.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shivang as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4789

2021

Births in 2021

3

Latest year

Peak year

2021

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Shivang mean?

The name Shivang is of Sanskrit origin, deriving from the combination of two words: "Shiv," meaning the Hindu deity Shiva, and "ang," meaning a part or limb. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to an aspect or manifestation of the god Shiva.

The earliest known use of the name Shivang can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, particularly those related to the worship and mythology surrounding Lord Shiva. The name is often associated with devotional practices and spiritual traditions within Hinduism.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Shivang was a renowned scholar and philosopher from the 8th century CE. Shivang Acharya was a highly influential figure in the intellectual and spiritual circles of his time, contributing significantly to the study and interpretation of Hindu scriptures and philosophical treatises.

In the 12th century, a notable figure named Shivang Swami emerged as a prominent spiritual leader and mystic. He is credited with establishing a lineage of spiritual practitioners and popularizing certain meditation techniques and devotional practices related to Lord Shiva.

During the 16th century, Shivang Shastri, a revered scholar and commentator on ancient Hindu texts, made significant contributions to the understanding and preservation of Sanskrit literature and religious texts. His works are still widely studied and referenced today.

In more recent times, Shivang Pathak, a 20th-century Indian poet and writer, gained recognition for his literary works that explored themes of spirituality, mysticism, and the human experience. He was born in 1914 and passed away in 1987, leaving behind a rich legacy of poetry and philosophical writings.

Another notable individual with the name Shivang was Shivang Narain, a renowned Indian classical musician who specialized in the sarod, a stringed instrument. He was born in 1924 and made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Indian classical music throughout his lifetime, receiving numerous accolades and honors for his artistry.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Shivang throughout history, each making notable contributions in their respective fields and helping to shape the cultural and intellectual landscapes of their times.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Shivang by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shivang 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 #4789 3 1

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FAQ

Shivang: questions and answers

How popular is the name Shivang in the UK right now?

In 2021, Shivang was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Shivang most popular?

The peak year on record was 2021, with 3 babies registered as Shivang in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Shivang?

A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "part or ray of Lord Shiva".

How many people are called Shivang in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Shivang across the 1 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.