UK girl's name
Simranpreet
A name of Indian origin meaning "remembrance of the divine eternal lover".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Simranpreet is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Simranpreet popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5730, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 6 births.
This profile covers 25 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1997 to 2015. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 25 living people in the UK are called Simranpreet. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Simranpreet ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 6 girls were registered as Simranpreet.
- • About 25 living people in the UK are estimated to have Simranpreet as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5730
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
6 births
Estimated living
25
2026
Meaning
What does Simranpreet mean?
The name Simranpreet is a combination of two words originating from the Punjabi language, spoken primarily in the Indian states of Punjab and Haryana. The first part, "Simran," means "remembrance" or "meditation," while the second part, "preet," means "love" or "affection." Together, the name can be interpreted as "loving or devoted remembrance."
Simranpreet is a name commonly found among the Sikh community, as it reflects the spiritual and devotional aspects of their faith. The concept of "simran" holds great significance in Sikhism, referring to the practice of meditating on the divine name or principles.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Simranpreet can be traced back to the late 20th century, although its components have existed in the Punjabi language for much longer. As a compound name, it gained popularity among Sikh families who sought to instill spiritual values and devotion in their children through their names.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Simranpreet:
1. Simranpreet Kaur (born 1992) is an Indian former cricketer who played for the Indian women's national cricket team. She represented India in One Day International and Test matches between 2010 and 2016.
2. Simranpreet Singh (born 1995) is an Indian-Canadian actor and model known for his roles in various Punjabi and Hindi films and television series.
3. Simranpreet Kaur Gill (born 1988) is a British Labour Party politician who has served as the Member of Parliament for Birmingham Edgbaston since 2017.
4. Simranpreet Singh Sidhu (born 1991) is an Indian professional wrestler currently signed with WWE under the ring name Ricochet. He is a former WWE United States Champion and a two-time Intercontinental Champion.
5. Simranpreet Kaur Sahiwal (born 1987) is an Indian classical vocalist and Hindustani music performer. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of Indian classical music.
It is worth noting that while the name Simranpreet has its roots in the Punjabi language and Sikh culture, it has gained popularity across various communities and regions, transcending cultural and religious boundaries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Simranpreet over time
The chart below shows babies named Simranpreet registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Simranpreet, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Simranpreet by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Simranpreet 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5758 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4841 | 6 | 2 |
| 1990s | #3161 | 13 | 3 |
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FAQ
Simranpreet: questions and answers
How popular is the name Simranpreet in the UK right now?
In 2015, Simranpreet was ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Simranpreet most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 6 babies registered as Simranpreet in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Simranpreet?
A name of Indian origin meaning "remembrance of the divine eternal lover".
How many people are called Simranpreet in the UK?
A total of 25 babies have been registered as Simranpreet across the 7 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.