UK girl's name
Vibha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning radiant or brilliant.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Vibha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Vibha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5669, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 4 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2008 to 2022. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Vibha. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Vibha ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 4 girls were registered as Vibha.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Vibha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5669
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
4 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Vibha mean?
The name Vibha is believed to have its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient language of the Indian subcontinent. Derived from the Sanskrit word "vibhā," meaning "radiance" or "splendor," the name reflects a sense of beauty and luminosity. It is often associated with Hindu mythology and culture, where it carries symbolic significance.
In ancient Hindu texts, particularly the Vedas and Puranas, the name is often used as an epithet for various deities, such as Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva, who is celebrated for her divine radiance and beauty. The name is also mentioned in several Hindu scriptures, including the Mahabharata and Ramayana, as a symbol of divine feminine energy and grace.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Vibha can be found in the epic poem Ramayana, where it is mentioned as the name of a princess from the kingdom of Kekeya. The princess, known for her beauty and virtue, was sought after by many princes, including Rama, the central figure of the epic.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Vibha. One such figure was Vibha Maurya (c. 3rd century BCE), a powerful empress of the Mauryan Empire, known for her political acumen and influence during the reign of her husband, Emperor Ashoka.
Another prominent figure was Vibha Devi Aishwarya (c. 11th century CE), a Rajput princess and warrior from the Chauhan dynasty. She was renowned for her bravery and military prowess, leading armies against invading forces and defending her kingdom with great valor.
In more recent times, Vibha Bhalla (born 1950) is a celebrated Indian classical dancer and choreographer, renowned for her contributions to the revival and promotion of the Odissi dance form. Her performances and teachings have earned her numerous accolades and recognition worldwide.
Vibha Pingle (born 1947) is an acclaimed Indian scientist and the first woman director of the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC). Her pioneering work in nuclear physics and her contributions to the development of India's nuclear program have earned her numerous honors and awards.
Vibha Galhotra (born 1969) is an Indian environmentalist and activist, known for her efforts in promoting sustainable development and environmental conservation. She has received several prestigious awards, including the Nari Shakti Puraskar, for her outstanding work in empowering women and communities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Vibha over time
The chart below shows babies named Vibha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Vibha, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Vibha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Vibha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5152 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5223 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4524 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Vibha
- Victoria 19,582
- Violet 14,594
- Vanessa 3,696
- Verity 3,437
- Valentina 2,969
- Vienna 2,077
- Vivienne 1,692
- Veronica 1,425
- Valerie 733
- Viktoria 696
- Vera 667
- Vivian 619
FAQ
Vibha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Vibha in the UK right now?
In 2022, Vibha was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Vibha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 4 babies registered as Vibha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Vibha?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning radiant or brilliant.
How many people are called Vibha in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Vibha across the 5 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.