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UK boy's name

Shiven

A masculine name of Hindu origin meaning "Lord Shiva".

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.

Shiven is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Shiven popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2671, with 8 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 18 births.

This profile covers 166 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 1997 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 44% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 165 living people in the UK are called Shiven. 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

  • Shiven ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 8 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2009, when 18 boys were registered as Shiven.
  • About 165 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shiven as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2671

2024

Births in 2024

8

Latest year

Peak year

2009

18 births

Estimated living

165

2026

Meaning

What does Shiven mean?

The name Shiven is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that dates back several millennia. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Shiva," which is the name of one of the principal deities in Hinduism, known as the Lord of Destruction and Transformation.

The name Shiven is commonly found in various parts of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions where Hinduism has been widely practiced. It is believed to have been in use since ancient times, although the earliest recorded instances of the name are difficult to pinpoint with precision.

In Hindu mythology, the name Shiva is associated with various symbolic meanings and attributes, such as the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, as well as the concept of transcendence and spiritual enlightenment. The name Shiven, being a derivative of Shiva, may have been used to honor or pay tribute to this revered deity.

One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Shiven was Shiven Narayana, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 17th century. He was renowned for his contributions to the field of Indian literature and is believed to have authored several works on philosophy, religion, and poetics.

Another notable figure with the name Shiven was Shiven Prasad, a prominent Indian freedom fighter and political leader who lived in the early 20th century. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and played an active role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule.

In the realm of sports, Shiven Khanna was a renowned Indian cricketer who represented the Indian national team in the 1980s and 1990s. He was a skilled batsman and played a significant role in several notable victories for the Indian team during his career.

Shiven Patil was an influential Indian artist and sculptor who gained recognition for his unique style and contributions to the field of contemporary Indian art. His works have been exhibited in various prestigious galleries and museums around the world.

Shiven Sharma was a celebrated Indian classical dancer and choreographer who dedicated his life to preserving and promoting the traditional dance forms of India. He was widely acclaimed for his exceptional skills and contributions to the field of classical Indian dance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Shiven over time

The chart below shows babies named Shiven registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 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 Shiven, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 8 births in 2024, compared with 18 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Shiven
0591418199720102024

Decades

Shiven by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shiven 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 #3533 26 5
2010s #2542 88 10
2000s #2330 49 6
1990s #2859 3 1

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FAQ

Shiven: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Shiven was ranked #2671 for boys in England and Wales, with 8 births registered.

When was Shiven most popular?

The peak year on record was 2009, with 18 babies registered as Shiven in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Shiven?

A masculine name of Hindu origin meaning "Lord Shiva".

How many people are called Shiven in the UK?

A total of 166 babies have been registered as Shiven across the 22 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.