UK girl's name
Uroosa
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "delightfully splendid".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Uroosa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Uroosa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3900, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 9 births.
This profile covers 21 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1996 to 1999. 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 21 living people in the UK are called Uroosa. 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 2000 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Uroosa ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 9 girls were registered as Uroosa.
- • About 21 living people in the UK are estimated to have Uroosa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3900
1999
Births in 1999
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
9 births
Estimated living
21
2026
Meaning
What does Uroosa mean?
The name Uroosa has its origins in the Urdu and Persian languages, tracing back to the 16th century or earlier. It is derived from the Arabic word "wardah," meaning rose or flower. Uroosa is a feminine name that reflects beauty, grace, and purity, often associated with the delicate and fragrant rose.
In Islamic culture, the rose holds significant symbolic meaning, representing the divine beauty of God's creation. The Quran and other religious texts frequently mention roses and their spiritual connotations. This connection likely contributed to the popularity of Uroosa as a name among Muslim communities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Uroosa can be found in the poetry of the renowned Sufi poet and mystic, Amir Khusrau Dehlavi, who lived during the 13th century. His verses often celebrated the beauty of nature and used floral imagery to convey spiritual concepts, potentially referencing the name Uroosa or its variants.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Uroosa. One such figure was Uroosa Begum (1542-1605), a Mughal princess and the daughter of Emperor Humayun. She played a crucial role in the court of her brother, Emperor Akbar, and was known for her political acumen and patronage of the arts.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Uroosa Siddiqui (1928-2010), a Pakistani politician and social activist. She served as a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan and was actively involved in women's rights movements, advocating for educational and economic opportunities for women.
In the realm of literature, Uroosa Aamna (1935-2005) was a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from Pakistan. Her works encompassed various genres, including poetry, short stories, and novels, and she was recognized for her innovative style and exploration of societal issues.
Uroosa Qureshi (1925-2018) was a renowned Pakistani artist and painter, renowned for her vibrant and expressive depictions of rural life and landscapes. Her artwork was widely exhibited and celebrated both nationally and internationally.
Lastly, Uroosa Kamal (1947-2021) was a prominent Pakistani television and film actress, known for her versatile performances and contributions to the entertainment industry. She received numerous accolades and awards for her acting prowess throughout her illustrious career.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Uroosa over time
The chart below shows babies named Uroosa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 1999. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Uroosa, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 1999, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Uroosa by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Uroosa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #2979 | 21 | 4 |
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FAQ
Uroosa: questions and answers
How popular is the name Uroosa in the UK right now?
In 1999, Uroosa was ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Uroosa most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 9 babies registered as Uroosa in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Uroosa?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "delightfully splendid".
How many people are called Uroosa in the UK?
A total of 21 babies have been registered as Uroosa 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.