UK boy's name
Siddharth
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "one who has attained his goals".
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.
Siddharth is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Siddharth popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2263, with 10 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 32 births.
This profile covers 407 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 31% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 407 living people in the UK are called Siddharth. 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
- • Siddharth ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 10 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 32 boys were registered as Siddharth.
- • Siddharth ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #707 in 2016.
- • About 407 living people in the UK are estimated to have Siddharth as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2263
2024
Births in 2024
10
Latest year
Peak year
2012
32 births
Estimated living
407
2026
Meaning
What does Siddharth mean?
The name Siddharth is of Sanskrit origin, tracing its roots back to ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "siddha" meaning "accomplished" or "achieved," and "artha," meaning "meaning" or "purpose." Together, Siddharth can be interpreted as one who has achieved their purpose or life's goals.
In Hinduism, Siddharth is an epithet for the Buddha, referring to his birth name Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism. The name holds great significance in Buddhist teachings and is often associated with enlightenment and spiritual awakening.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Siddharth can be found in the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a character. Additionally, the name appears in various Buddhist scriptures and texts, reflecting its deep-rooted connection to the religion.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Siddharth. One of the most famous was Siddhartha Gautama (563-483 BCE), the spiritual teacher who later became known as the Buddha. His teachings and philosophy have had a profound impact on millions of people worldwide.
Another prominent figure was Siddharth Shankar Ray (1920-2013), an Indian lawyer and politician who served as the Chief Minister of West Bengal from 1972 to 1977. He played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of the state during his tenure.
In the realm of literature, Siddharth Chowdhury (1914-1994) was a renowned Indian novelist and short story writer. His works, often exploring themes of social injustice and human struggles, earned him critical acclaim and several literary awards.
The name Siddharth has also been associated with notable individuals in the field of science and technology. Siddharth Mittal (born 1986) is an Indian computer scientist and entrepreneur known for co-founding the popular dating app Tinder.
In the world of sports, Siddharth Kaul (born 1990) is an Indian cricketer who has represented the national team in various formats. His impressive bowling skills have earned him a reputation as a skilled pace bowler.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Siddharth over time
The chart below shows babies named Siddharth registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Siddharth, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 10 births in 2024, compared with 32 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Siddharth by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Siddharth 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 | #1859 | 67 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1276 | 214 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1854 | 106 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1728 | 20 | 3 |
Geography
Where Siddharth is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Siddharth. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Siddharth ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #707 in 2016.
Across the UK
Siddharth in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#707 in 2016
1 years of NRS records, 3 total registered
Related
Names similar to Siddharth
- 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
Siddharth: questions and answers
How popular is the name Siddharth in the UK right now?
In 2024, Siddharth was ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales, with 10 births registered.
When was Siddharth most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 32 babies registered as Siddharth in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Siddharth?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "one who has attained his goals".
How many people are called Siddharth in the UK?
A total of 407 babies have been registered as Siddharth across the 28 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 3 more in Scotland.
Where is Siddharth most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Siddharth ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #707 in 2016. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.