UK boy's name
Sumeet
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "friend" or "companion".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sumeet is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Sumeet popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4527, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 4 births.
This profile covers 21 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1998 to 2009. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 21 living people in the UK are called Sumeet. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sumeet ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 4 boys were registered as Sumeet.
- • About 21 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sumeet as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4527
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
1998
4 births
Estimated living
21
2026
Meaning
What does Sumeet mean?
The name Sumeet is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that has roots tracing back to the second millennium BCE. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "sumitra," which means "friendly" or "good friend." It is a compound word formed by combining the Sanskrit words "su," meaning "good," and "mitra," meaning "friend."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sumeet can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas, which date back to around 1500-500 BCE. While the name itself may not be explicitly mentioned, the concept of a "good friend" is referenced in various verses and teachings within these sacred texts.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Sumeet. One such person was Sumeet Malik, an Indian cricketer who played domestic cricket for Delhi and North Zone in the 1980s and 1990s. Another individual was Sumeet Vyas, an Indian actor, and writer best known for his work in web series such as "Permanent Roommates" and "Tripling."
In the world of academia, Sumeet Sandhu was a distinguished professor of electrical engineering at the University of Waterloo in Canada. He made significant contributions to the field of wireless communications and was awarded the prestigious Killam Research Fellowship in 2009.
Sumeet Gill, a British-Indian fashion designer, gained recognition for his eponymous label that showcased a blend of traditional Indian craftsmanship and contemporary styles. His designs were worn by celebrities and featured in prestigious fashion shows around the world.
Sumeet Kaul, an Indian cricketer who played for the Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League, is another notable figure with this name. He was a talented all-rounder known for his contributions both with the bat and the ball.
While the name Sumeet may have originated in ancient Sanskrit, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly among individuals of Indian descent. The name continues to carry the essence of friendship and goodwill, reflecting the values associated with its roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sumeet over time
The chart below shows babies named Sumeet registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sumeet, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sumeet by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sumeet 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 | #3333 | 13 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2422 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Sumeet
- 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
Sumeet: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sumeet in the UK right now?
In 2009, Sumeet was ranked #4527 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sumeet most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 4 babies registered as Sumeet in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sumeet?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "friend" or "companion".
How many people are called Sumeet in the UK?
A total of 21 babies have been registered as Sumeet across the 6 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.