UK girl's name
Tejasvi
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "radiant" or "brilliant".
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.
Tejasvi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tejasvi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 4 births.
This profile covers 13 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2012 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 13 living people in the UK are called Tejasvi. 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
- • Tejasvi ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 4 girls were registered as Tejasvi.
- • About 13 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tejasvi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
4 births
Estimated living
13
2026
Meaning
What does Tejasvi mean?
The name Tejasvi originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that served as the root for many modern Indian languages. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "tejas," meaning brilliance or splendor, and "vi," signifying possession or embodiment. The name, therefore, carries the connotation of one who possesses radiance or luminosity.
In ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, Tejasvi is often used as an epithet to describe deities or celestial beings revered for their divine radiance. The Vedas, the oldest scriptures of Hinduism, contain numerous references to Tejasvi, attributing it to deities like Agni (the god of fire) and Surya (the sun god).
The earliest recorded instances of Tejasvi as a personal name can be traced back to the Gupta Empire, which ruled over parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 3rd to the 6th century CE. Historical records from this period mention several individuals bearing the name Tejasvi, indicating its usage as a given name.
Throughout Indian history, several notable figures have borne the name Tejasvi. One such individual was Tejasvi Narendranath (c. 1880-1950), a prominent Indian freedom fighter and social reformer who worked alongside Mahatma Gandhi in the struggle for India's independence.
Another notable Tejasvi was Tejasvi Surya (born 1990), an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He has served as a member of the Lok Sabha (the lower house of the Indian Parliament) since 2019.
In the realm of literature, Tejasvi Tomar (born 1940) is a renowned Hindi poet and writer who has received several prestigious awards, including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors.
Tejasvi Sharma (born 1982) is a celebrated Indian classical dancer who has performed extensively both nationally and internationally, showcasing the intricate art forms of Kathak and Bharatanatyam.
Tejasvi Durgabachini (c. 1660-1720) was a notable Bengali poet and composer who contributed significantly to the literary and cultural heritage of Bengal during the 17th and 18th centuries.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Tejasvi throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Indian culture and heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tejasvi over time
The chart below shows babies named Tejasvi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 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 Tejasvi, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tejasvi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tejasvi 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 | #5300 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5771 | 6 | 2 |
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FAQ
Tejasvi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tejasvi in the UK right now?
In 2024, Tejasvi was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tejasvi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 4 babies registered as Tejasvi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tejasvi?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "radiant" or "brilliant".
How many people are called Tejasvi in the UK?
A total of 13 babies have been registered as Tejasvi across the 4 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.