UK boy's name
Vaishnav
A Hindu name meaning devotee or worshipper of Lord Vishnu.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Vaishnav is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Vaishnav popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4747, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2015 to 2015. 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.
Vaishnav is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Vaishnav. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Vaishnav ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 3 boys were registered as Vaishnav.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Vaishnav as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4747
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Vaishnav mean?
The name Vaishnav has its origins in the Sanskrit language and is derived from the word "Vishnu," which refers to the Hindu god who is the preserver and protector of the universe. The name is closely associated with the Vaishnavism tradition within Hinduism, which venerates Vishnu as the supreme deity.
Vaishnav is a title bestowed upon devotees of Vishnu, indicating their unwavering devotion and dedication to the worship of this divine figure. The name carries significant religious and spiritual connotations, reflecting the individual's commitment to the Vaishnava principles and practices.
The earliest references to the name Vaishnav can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas, which detail the teachings and philosophies surrounding Lord Vishnu and his various incarnations. These sacred texts have played a pivotal role in shaping the religious and cultural landscape of the Indian subcontinent for centuries.
One of the most notable historical figures associated with the name Vaishnav is the revered philosopher and saint, Ramanuja (1017-1137 CE). He was a prominent figure in the Vaishnava tradition and is credited with reviving and propagating the teachings of Vishnu devotion during the 11th and 12th centuries in South India.
Another renowned Vaishnav was Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (1486-1533 CE), a spiritual leader and proponent of the Bhakti movement in Bengal. He is revered as an avatar (incarnation) of Lord Krishna and played a significant role in spreading the teachings of Vaishnavism throughout the region.
The name Vaishnav has also been associated with several notable poets and writers throughout history. One such figure is Surdas (1478-1584 CE), a blind poet and devotee of Lord Krishna, whose compositions have had a profound impact on the Vaishnava literary tradition.
Mirabai (1498-1546 CE), a Rajput princess and renowned devotional poet, is another prominent figure who embraced the Vaishnava faith and dedicated her life to the worship of Lord Krishna. Her poetic works continue to inspire and influence Vaishnava devotees to this day.
Tulsidas (1532-1623 CE), the author of the famous Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas, was also a devout Vaishnav. His literary masterpiece, which narrates the life and deeds of Lord Rama, has had a lasting impact on the Vaishnava tradition and is widely revered in North India.
The name Vaishnav has a rich historical legacy, deeply rooted in the religious and cultural traditions of the Indian subcontinent. It symbolizes the profound devotion and reverence for Lord Vishnu and the Vaishnava principles, which have shaped the spiritual landscape of the region for centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Vaishnav by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Vaishnav 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 | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Vaishnav: questions and answers
How popular is the name Vaishnav in the UK right now?
In 2015, Vaishnav was ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Vaishnav most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 3 babies registered as Vaishnav in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Vaishnav?
A Hindu name meaning devotee or worshipper of Lord Vishnu.
How many people are called Vaishnav in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Vaishnav 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.