UK girl's name
Tejal
A feminine name of Indian origin meaning "shining" or "brilliant".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Tejal is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tejal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5201, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 10 births.
This profile covers 55 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 1996 to 2007. 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 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 55 living people in the UK are called Tejal. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Tejal ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 10 girls were registered as Tejal.
- • About 55 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tejal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5201
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
10 births
Estimated living
55
2026
Meaning
What does Tejal mean?
The name Tejal has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was prevalent in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "tejas," which means "radiant" or "brilliant." This name has been in use for centuries, primarily within the Hindu community.
In Hindu mythology, the concept of "tejas" is associated with spiritual energy, divine brilliance, and the radiant aura that surrounds enlightened beings. The name Tejal is often chosen for babies with the hope that they will grow up to possess these qualities of radiance, intellect, and spiritual wisdom.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tejal can be traced back to the 12th century, when it was mentioned in the Hindu text, Skanda Purana. This ancient scripture narrates the tales of Lord Skanda, also known as Kartikeya, the Hindu god of war and victory.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tejal. One of the most famous was Tejal Shah (1879-1966), an Indian politician and social reformer who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. He was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and served as the president of the Indian National Congress in 1938.
Another prominent figure was Tejal Kanitkar (1901-1987), a renowned Marathi writer and poet from Maharashtra, India. Her literary works explored themes of social injustice, women's rights, and the struggle for independence. She was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, in 1976.
In the field of arts and culture, Tejal Shah (born 1979) is a contemporary Indian dancer and choreographer known for her innovative approach to Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance form. She has performed at various prestigious venues worldwide and has been recognized with several awards for her contributions to the art form.
Another notable figure is Tejal Amin (born 1972), an Indian-American businesswoman and entrepreneur. She co-founded the popular e-commerce platform, Basket, which was later acquired by Amazon. Amin has been recognized for her entrepreneurial achievements and has been featured in various business publications.
The name Tejal has also been associated with academics and scholars, such as Tejal Desai (born 1970), a renowned biomedical engineer and professor at Stanford University. Her research focuses on developing innovative drug delivery systems and has earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Lemelson-MIT Prize.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tejal over time
The chart below shows babies named Tejal registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Tejal, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2007, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tejal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tejal 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 | #3886 | 27 | 7 |
| 1990s | #2266 | 28 | 4 |
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FAQ
Tejal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tejal in the UK right now?
In 2007, Tejal was ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tejal most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 10 babies registered as Tejal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tejal?
A feminine name of Indian origin meaning "shining" or "brilliant".
How many people are called Tejal in the UK?
A total of 55 babies have been registered as Tejal across the 11 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.