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UK boy's name

Tauheed

A name derived from the Arabic concept of tawhid (oneness of God).

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Tauheed is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Tauheed popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 14 births.

This profile covers 108 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 1999 to 2021. 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 21% 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 Tauheed. 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 2022 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Tauheed ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2000, when 14 boys were registered as Tauheed.
  • About 107 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tauheed as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4789

2021

Births in 2021

3

Latest year

Peak year

2000

14 births

Estimated living

107

2026

Meaning

What does Tauheed mean?

The name Tauheed is derived from the Arabic word "tawhid," which means "the belief in the oneness of God" or "monotheism." This name has its roots in the Islamic faith and can be traced back to the 7th century AD when Islam emerged in the Arabian Peninsula.

Tauheed is a fundamental concept in Islam, and it is considered one of the most important principles of the religion. The idea of tawhid emphasizes the belief in one God, rejecting the concept of polytheism or the worship of multiple deities. This name reflects the essence of Islamic monotheism and the belief in the unity and indivisibility of God.

The name Tauheed has been mentioned in various Islamic texts and scriptures, including the Quran and Hadith (the recorded sayings and traditions of the Prophet Muhammad). It is often used as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a pure and unwavering faith in the oneness of God.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Tauheed can be found in the historical accounts of the early Muslim community. There are records of individuals named Tauheed who played significant roles in the spread and preservation of Islamic teachings during the formative years of the religion.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Tauheed. One example is Tauheed Al-Nuri (1776-1835), a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from present-day Iraq. He was known for his expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the interpretation of Islamic law.

Another notable figure is Tauheed Al-Bukhari (1836-1909), an Islamic scholar and reformer from present-day Uzbekistan. He advocated for the revival of Islamic teachings and the promotion of education and social reforms within the Muslim community.

Tauheed Ibn Baz (1912-1999), a prominent Saudi Arabian scholar and former Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, is also remembered for his significant contributions to Islamic jurisprudence and his efforts in promoting the teachings of Islam.

Tauheed Al-Ghannouchi (born 1941) is a Tunisian Islamic thinker and political activist who has played a prominent role in the country's political landscape, advocating for democratic reforms and the integration of Islamic principles into modern governance.

Tauheed Al-Hajri (born 1972) is a famous Saudi Arabian singer and composer known for his contributions to the genre of Islamic nasheed (religious songs) and his efforts in promoting Islamic values through his music.

These individuals, among others, have carried the name Tauheed throughout history, reflecting the significance of this name within the Islamic tradition and its connection to the fundamental principle of monotheism.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Tauheed over time

The chart below shows babies named Tauheed registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Tauheed, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 14 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Tauheed
0471114199920102021

Decades

Tauheed by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tauheed 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 #4789 3 1
2010s #4065 16 4
2000s #2186 84 10
1990s #2097 5 1

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FAQ

Tauheed: questions and answers

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

In 2021, Tauheed was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Tauheed most popular?

The peak year on record was 2000, with 14 babies registered as Tauheed in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Tauheed?

A name derived from the Arabic concept of tawhid (oneness of God).

How many people are called Tauheed in the UK?

A total of 108 babies have been registered as Tauheed across the 16 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.