UK boy's name
Suhaan
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "good and virtuous".
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.
Suhaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Suhaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 13 births.
This profile covers 121 England and Wales registrations across 17 recorded years from 2006 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 31% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 120 living people in the UK are called Suhaan. 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
- • Suhaan ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 13 boys were registered as Suhaan.
- • About 120 living people in the UK are estimated to have Suhaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4270
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2016
13 births
Estimated living
120
2026
Meaning
What does Suhaan mean?
The name Suhaan originates from the Sanskrit language, with roots dating back to ancient India. It is a combination of two words: "su," meaning good or auspicious, and "haan," which means to radiate or shine. Thus, the name Suhaan carries the meaning of someone who radiates goodness or shines brightly.
In Hindu mythology, the name Suhaan is associated with the sun god, Surya, who was revered for his radiance and life-giving powers. The name can be found in ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and Puranas, where it is often used as a descriptor for deities or celestial beings.
The earliest recorded use of the name Suhaan can be traced back to the 7th century AD. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Suhaan, a renowned scholar and poet who lived during the reign of the Pala Empire in ancient Bengal.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures bearing the name Suhaan. One such individual was Suhaan Bhattacharya, a 14th-century Sanskrit scholar and author from the Indian state of Odisha. His works on grammar and philosophy were highly influential during his time.
Another famous Suhaan was Suhaan Singh, a 17th-century Rajput warrior who fought valiantly against the Mughal Empire. His bravery and leadership skills were widely celebrated, and he is still remembered as a hero in the region of Rajasthan.
In the 19th century, Suhaan Lal was a prominent social reformer and educationist who worked towards improving the lives of women and the underprivileged in British India. He established several schools and advocated for equal rights and opportunities for all.
Suhaan Kapoor, born in 1925, was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer. He was instrumental in popularizing the Kathak dance form and received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.
More recently, Suhaan Sharma, born in 1980, is a celebrated Indian actor and director who has made a significant impact in both the film and theater industries. His performances have earned him critical acclaim and several awards.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Suhaan over time
The chart below shows babies named Suhaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 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 Suhaan, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 13 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Suhaan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Suhaan 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 | #3424 | 21 | 4 |
| 2010s | #2528 | 75 | 9 |
| 2000s | #2910 | 25 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Suhaan
- 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
Suhaan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Suhaan in the UK right now?
In 2024, Suhaan was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Suhaan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 13 babies registered as Suhaan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Suhaan?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "good and virtuous".
How many people are called Suhaan in the UK?
A total of 121 babies have been registered as Suhaan across the 17 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.