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UK boy's name

Usmon

A masculine given name of Central Asian or Persian origin meaning "bone protector".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Usmon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Usmon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2019, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2019 to 2019. 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.

Usmon is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Usmon. 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 2020 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Usmon ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2019, when 3 boys were registered as Usmon.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Usmon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4702

2019

Births in 2019

3

Latest year

Peak year

2019

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Usmon mean?

The name Usmon has its origins in the Persian language, specifically derived from the word "Usman," which means "lion cub" or "brave warrior." This name traces its roots back to the 7th century and is closely associated with the Islamic faith and the early caliphate.

One of the most prominent historical figures bearing this name is Uthman ibn Affan, the third caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, who ruled from 644 to 656 CE. He played a crucial role in the early spread of Islam and the compilation of the Quran. Uthman's name was later transliterated into various forms, including Usmon, across different cultures and languages within the Islamic world.

The name Usmon also appears in several ancient texts and religious scriptures. In the Quran, Uthman is mentioned as one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad and is praised for his virtues and contributions to the faith. Additionally, the name is referenced in various hadith (sayings of the Prophet) and historical chronicles that document the early Islamic era.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Usmon. One such individual was Usmon Dervish, a 14th-century Sufi mystic and poet from Central Asia, renowned for his spiritual teachings and literary works. Another was Usmon Nosir, a 19th-century Uzbek poet and philosopher who played a significant role in the cultural renaissance of his region.

In the realm of politics, Usmon Khan was a prominent ruler of the Khanate of Khiva, a historical state in present-day Uzbekistan, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He is remembered for his efforts to modernize and strengthen his kingdom.

Furthermore, the name Usmon has been carried by various scholars and intellectuals throughout history. One notable example is Usmon Yusupov, a 20th-century Tajik writer and academic who made significant contributions to the literary and cultural spheres of his country.

While the name Usmon has deep roots in the Islamic world and Central Asian regions, it has also been adopted and embraced in other cultures, reflecting the diverse global reach and influence of this historical name.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Usmon by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Usmon 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
2010s #4702 3 1

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FAQ

Usmon: questions and answers

How popular is the name Usmon in the UK right now?

In 2019, Usmon was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Usmon most popular?

The peak year on record was 2019, with 3 babies registered as Usmon in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Usmon?

A masculine given name of Central Asian or Persian origin meaning "bone protector".

How many people are called Usmon in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Usmon 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.