UK boy's name
Suhan
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "good son" or "son of the sun".
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.
Suhan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Suhan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 6 births.
This profile covers 24 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2007 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 24 living people in the UK are called Suhan. 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
- • Suhan ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 6 boys were registered as Suhan.
- • About 24 living people in the UK are estimated to have Suhan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
6 births
Estimated living
24
2026
Meaning
What does Suhan mean?
The name Suhan originates from the Sanskrit language, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that dates back to the 2nd millennium BCE. It is believed to have roots in the northern Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions where Sanskrit was widely spoken and used for religious and scholarly purposes.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Suhan can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads. In these texts, the name is often associated with concepts of beauty, purity, and divinity.
In the epic Sanskrit poem, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE, there is a character named Suhan, who is described as a wise and learned sage. This reference suggests that the name has been in use for over two millennia.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Suhan. One of the earliest recorded examples is Suhan Nath, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 12th century CE. His works significantly influenced the literary traditions of northern India during that period.
Another prominent figure was Suhan Bhatt, a celebrated 16th-century Kashmiri poet and mystic. His poetry, which was written in the Kashmiri language, explored themes of spirituality, love, and the human condition.
In the 18th century, Suhan Singh was a revered Sikh warrior and military commander who played a crucial role in defending the Sikh empire against foreign invaders. His bravery and leadership skills have been widely celebrated in Sikh folklore and historical accounts.
Moving into the modern era, Suhan Kapoor was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer who lived from 1908 to 1997. She was celebrated for her contributions to the revival and promotion of the Kathak dance form.
Another notable figure is Suhan Gulati, a contemporary Indian writer and poet who was born in 1977. Her works, which often explore themes of identity, feminism, and social issues, have garnered critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Suhan over time
The chart below shows babies named Suhan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 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 Suhan, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Suhan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Suhan 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 | #4954 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4188 | 12 | 3 |
| 2000s | #4383 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Suhan
- 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
Suhan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Suhan in the UK right now?
In 2024, Suhan was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Suhan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 6 babies registered as Suhan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Suhan?
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "good son" or "son of the sun".
How many people are called Suhan in the UK?
A total of 24 babies have been registered as Suhan 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.