UK girl's name
Ujala
A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "light" or "illumination".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ujala is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ujala popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4598, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. 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.
Ujala is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Ujala. 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 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ujala ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Ujala.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ujala as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4598
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Ujala mean?
The name Ujala has its origins in the Hindi language, which is derived from Sanskrit and is one of the primary languages spoken in India. The word "Ujala" means "light" or "brightness" in Hindi, and it is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit root "uj," which means "to burn" or "to shine."
The name Ujala has been in use for centuries in the Indian subcontinent, and it is often associated with the Hindu religion and culture. In Hinduism, light is considered a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, and enlightenment, and it is believed to dispel darkness and ignorance.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Ujala can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it is mentioned as a metaphor for the divine light that illuminates the path to spiritual awakening and self-realization.
Throughout history, the name Ujala has been associated with several notable individuals. One of the earliest known bearers of this name was Ujala Devi, a Hindu queen who ruled over the Kingdom of Mallabhum in eastern India during the 16th century. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support for education.
Another famous bearer of the name Ujala was Ujala Devi Singh, an Indian feminist and social reformer who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She fought for women's rights and education and was a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement.
In the field of literature, Ujala Begum was a renowned Urdu poet and writer who lived in the 18th century. Her poetry explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and she is considered one of the most influential Urdu poets of her time.
In more recent times, Ujala Srivastava was an Indian politician and social activist who served as a member of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. She was known for her work in promoting women's empowerment and improving education and healthcare in rural areas.
Finally, Ujala Narayana Rao was an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who made significant contributions to the field of Kuchipudi dance, a classical dance form from the state of Andhra Pradesh. She was awarded the prestigious Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, for her contributions to the performing arts.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Ujala by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ujala 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 | #4598 | 3 | 1 |
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- Umaima 407
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- Umaimah 333
- Umayyah 238
- Umamah 231
- Urwa 200
FAQ
Ujala: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ujala in the UK right now?
In 2004, Ujala was ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ujala most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Ujala in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ujala?
A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "light" or "illumination".
How many people are called Ujala in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Ujala across the 1 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.