UK boy's name
Srijan
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "creation" or "creation of the universe".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Srijan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Srijan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4107, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2014 to 2023. 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.
Srijan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Srijan. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Srijan ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 4 boys were registered as Srijan.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Srijan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4107
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2023
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Srijan mean?
The given name Srijan has its origins in the Sanskrit language of ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "srij," meaning "to create" or "to produce." The name Srijan thus signifies a person who is creative, innovative, or talented in bringing something new into existence.
This name has been present in Hindu scriptures and ancient texts for centuries. In the Rigveda, one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism dating back to around 1500 BCE, there are references to the concept of "srijan," which is associated with the act of creation by the divine forces.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Srijan can be traced back to ancient Indian literature and historical records. One notable figure bearing this name was Srijan Nath, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 16th century CE. He is renowned for his literary works, including the epic poem "Srijan Ramayana," which retells the famous Hindu epic Ramayana from a unique perspective.
Another prominent individual with the name Srijan was Srijan Rao, a 17th-century Indian philosopher and spiritual teacher. He is known for his writings on the concept of "advaita" (non-dualism) and his contributions to the Vedanta school of Hindu philosophy.
In more recent history, Srijan Bhattacharyya (1927-2003) was an influential Indian politician and social activist. He played a significant role in the independence movement of India and later served as a member of the Constituent Assembly, which drafted the Indian Constitution.
Srijan Pal Singh (1903-1988) was a celebrated Indian artist and painter, known for his vibrant depictions of Indian culture and mythology. His works are displayed in prestigious museums and galleries around the world.
Srijan Dutta (born 1978) is a contemporary Indian author and journalist, renowned for his thought-provoking novels and insightful commentary on social and political issues.
Throughout history, the name Srijan has been associated with creativity, innovation, and a deep connection to Indian culture and traditions. It has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, from literature and philosophy to art and politics.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Srijan over time
The chart below shows babies named Srijan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Srijan, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Srijan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Srijan 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 | #4107 | 4 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4632 | 3 | 1 |
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- Stephen 8,884
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FAQ
Srijan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Srijan in the UK right now?
In 2023, Srijan was ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Srijan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 4 babies registered as Srijan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Srijan?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "creation" or "creation of the universe".
How many people are called Srijan in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Srijan across the 2 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.