UK boy's name
Taimoor
A masculine Arabic name meaning "iron-willed" or "strong as iron".
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.
Taimoor is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Taimoor popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1859, with 13 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 16 births.
This profile covers 108 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1996 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 81% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 107 living people in the UK are called Taimoor. 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
- • Taimoor ranked #1859 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 13 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 16 boys were registered as Taimoor.
- • About 107 living people in the UK are estimated to have Taimoor as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1859
2024
Births in 2024
13
Latest year
Peak year
2021
16 births
Estimated living
107
2026
Meaning
What does Taimoor mean?
The name Taimoor has its origins in the Persian language, and is believed to have been derived from the Middle Persian name "Taimur," which means "iron" or "iron-like." This name has a long and rich history, dating back to ancient times.
The earliest recorded use of the name Taimoor can be traced back to the 14th century, when it was borne by Timur, also known as Tamerlane, a famous conqueror and founder of the Timurid Dynasty. Born in 1336 in modern-day Uzbekistan, Timur was a skilled military strategist and leader who established a vast empire stretching from India to Turkey.
In Islamic literature, the name Taimoor is mentioned in some historical texts and accounts of battles and conquests. It is believed to have been associated with strength, power, and courage, reflecting the qualities of the iconic ruler Timur.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Taimoor. One such individual was Taimoor Shah Durrani, the founder of the Durrani Empire in present-day Afghanistan and Pakistan. He ruled from 1772 to 1793 and is credited with unifying the Pashtun tribes and establishing a powerful dynasty.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Taimoor Sultan, a 16th-century Mughal ruler and the youngest son of Emperor Akbar. He was known for his military campaigns and played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of the Mughal Empire.
In more recent times, Taimoor Malik was a Pakistani cricketer who played for the national team in the 1990s and early 2000s. He was a prolific batsman and contributed to Pakistan's success in various international tournaments.
Taimoor Nagar, born in 1943, is a renowned Pakistani artist and painter known for his vibrant and expressive works depicting the local culture and landscapes of Pakistan. His artwork has been widely exhibited and celebrated both nationally and internationally.
The name Taimoor has remained popular throughout the centuries, particularly in regions with Persian and Islamic cultural influences. Its association with strength, courage, and leadership has endured, making it a name that continues to hold significance and historical resonance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Taimoor over time
The chart below shows babies named Taimoor registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Taimoor, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 13 births in 2024, compared with 16 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Taimoor by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Taimoor 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 | #2029 | 58 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3368 | 29 | 4 |
| 2000s | #3005 | 12 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2342 | 9 | 2 |
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- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Taimoor: questions and answers
How popular is the name Taimoor in the UK right now?
In 2024, Taimoor was ranked #1859 for boys in England and Wales, with 13 births registered.
When was Taimoor most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 16 babies registered as Taimoor in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Taimoor?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "iron-willed" or "strong as iron".
How many people are called Taimoor in the UK?
A total of 108 babies have been registered as Taimoor across the 14 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.