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UK boy's name

Suban

An Indian masculine name from Sanskrit meaning "having good rays".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Suban is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Suban popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3651, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. 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.

Suban is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Suban. 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 2005 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Suban ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 boys were registered as Suban.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Suban as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3651

2004

Births in 2004

3

Latest year

Peak year

2004

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Suban mean?

The name Suban is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "subhan," which means "beautiful" or "handsome." It is believed to have been in use since ancient times, primarily in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Suban can be found in the ancient Hindu text, the Puranas, where it is mentioned as the name of a sage or rishi. The name also appears in various medieval Indian texts and chronicles, indicating its widespread use during that period.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Suban. One of the earliest known was Suban Nath, a 12th-century Hindu philosopher and scholar from the state of Bihar, who made significant contributions to the field of logic and epistemology.

Another prominent figure was Suban Khan, a 16th-century Mughal general and administrator who served under the emperor Akbar. He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire and was celebrated for his military prowess and administrative skills.

In the realm of literature, Suban Lal was a renowned 18th-century Urdu poet from Delhi, known for his ghazals and nazms. His works were widely acclaimed and have been preserved as part of the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Moving to more recent times, Suban Mohanlal was an Indian freedom fighter and social reformer from the state of Kerala, who actively participated in the Indian independence movement during the early 20th century. He was also a prominent advocate for the rights of marginalized communities and worked towards their upliftment.

Lastly, Suban Kader Khan was a renowned Bollywood actor, screenwriter, and comedian, who rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s. He was widely recognized for his comedic timing and contributed significantly to the Hindi film industry through his various roles and screenplays.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Suban throughout history, highlighting its rich cultural significance and widespread usage across various regions and time periods.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Suban by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Suban 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
2000s #3651 3 1

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FAQ

Suban: questions and answers

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

In 2004, Suban was ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Suban most popular?

The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Suban in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Suban?

An Indian masculine name from Sanskrit meaning "having good rays".

How many people are called Suban in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Suban across the 1 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.