UK boy's name
Shubhdeep
A Hindu name meaning "the light of glory" or "auspicious light".
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.
Shubhdeep is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Shubhdeep popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1199, with 23 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 26 births.
This profile covers 71 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2022 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 88% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 71 living people in the UK are called Shubhdeep. 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
- • Shubhdeep ranked #1199 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 23 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 26 boys were registered as Shubhdeep.
- • About 71 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shubhdeep as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1199
2024
Births in 2024
23
Latest year
Peak year
2023
26 births
Estimated living
71
2026
Meaning
What does Shubhdeep mean?
The name Shubhdeep originates from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that has been used in the Indian subcontinent for several millennia. The name is a combination of two words – "shubh" meaning auspicious or fortunate, and "deep" meaning light or radiance.
Shubhdeep can be traced back to ancient Indian texts and scriptures, where it was often used as a name for newborn children, symbolizing the hope for a prosperous and illuminating life ahead. The earliest recorded instances of this name can be found in Sanskrit literature dating back to the 5th century BCE.
In Hindu mythology, the name Shubhdeep is associated with the concept of divine light and spiritual enlightenment. It is believed that individuals bearing this name are blessed with a radiant and positive aura, and are destined to bring joy and prosperity to those around them.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Shubhdeep. One of the earliest recorded instances is Shubhdeep Pandey, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 8th century CE and made significant contributions to the field of Indian logic and epistemology.
Another prominent figure was Shubhdeep Singh, a brave warrior and military leader from the 17th century, who played a crucial role in defending the Sikh Empire against invading forces. His courage and strategic brilliance earned him a place in the annals of Sikh history.
In the 19th century, Shubhdeep Mukherjee was a renowned Bengali poet and writer, whose works played a significant role in shaping the literary landscape of Bengal during the Indian Renaissance.
Shubhdeep Gupta, born in 1932, was a pioneering Indian businessman and philanthropist who founded one of the largest conglomerates in the country. His contributions to the Indian economy and society were widely recognized, and he was awarded several prestigious honors during his lifetime.
More recently, Shubhdeep Kaur Virk, born in 1985, is a celebrated Indian athlete and Olympic medalist in the sport of shooting. Her achievements have inspired countless young individuals to pursue their dreams and excel in their chosen fields.
These are just a few examples of the many illustrious individuals who have borne the name Shubhdeep throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective domains and contributing to the rich tapestry of human endeavor.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Shubhdeep over time
The chart below shows babies named Shubhdeep registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2022 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 Shubhdeep, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 23 births in 2024, compared with 26 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shubhdeep by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shubhdeep 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 | #1177 | 71 | 3 |
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FAQ
Shubhdeep: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shubhdeep in the UK right now?
In 2024, Shubhdeep was ranked #1199 for boys in England and Wales, with 23 births registered.
When was Shubhdeep most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 26 babies registered as Shubhdeep in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shubhdeep?
A Hindu name meaning "the light of glory" or "auspicious light".
How many people are called Shubhdeep in the UK?
A total of 71 babies have been registered as Shubhdeep 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.