UK boy's name
Ujjwal
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "bright" or "luminous.".
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.
Ujjwal is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ujjwal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4333, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2007 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.
Ujjwal is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Ujjwal. 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
- • Ujjwal ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 boys were registered as Ujjwal.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ujjwal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4333
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Ujjwal mean?
The name Ujjwal is derived from the Sanskrit language, which originated in ancient India. Its roots can be traced back to the Vedic period, around 1500-500 BCE. The word 'Ujjwal' is composed of the Sanskrit words 'ud' meaning 'up' or 'out' and 'jwal' meaning 'to blaze' or 'to shine'. Thus, the name Ujjwal signifies something that is radiant, brilliant, or shining brightly.
One of the earliest references to the name can be found in the ancient Hindu scripture, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In this epic, there is a character named Ujjwala, who was a warrior and a skilled archer. This suggests that the name was in use during the epic period of Indian history.
Throughout Indian history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Ujjwal. One of the earliest was Ujjwal Dutta, a Hindu scholar and philosopher who lived in the 12th century CE. He was renowned for his contributions to the study of Vedanta, one of the six schools of Hindu philosophy.
Another prominent figure was Ujjwal Singh, a Rajput king who ruled over the princely state of Rewa in central India during the 18th century. He was known for his military prowess and for expanding the territory under his control.
In more recent times, Ujjwal Rana was an Indian freedom fighter who participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and worked alongside leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru.
Ujjwal Nikam is a highly respected Indian jurist and public prosecutor who has been involved in several high-profile cases in India. He is known for his sharp legal acumen and for his efforts to uphold justice and the rule of law.
Ujjwal Bhattacharya is a renowned Indian classical singer and composer who has made significant contributions to the Hindustani classical music tradition. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his performances and compositions.
The name Ujjwal continues to be a popular name in India and other parts of the world with Indian diaspora communities. Its meaning and association with radiance, brilliance, and light have made it a cherished name across generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Ujjwal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ujjwal 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 | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Ujjwal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ujjwal in the UK right now?
In 2007, Ujjwal was ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ujjwal most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Ujjwal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ujjwal?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "bright" or "luminous.".
How many people are called Ujjwal in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Ujjwal 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.