UK boy's name
Viraat
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "huge", "enormous", or "great".
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.
Viraat is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Viraat popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3908, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 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.
Viraat is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Viraat. 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
- • Viraat ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 4 boys were registered as Viraat.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Viraat as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3908
2015
Births in 2015
4
Latest year
Peak year
2015
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Viraat mean?
The name Viraat is derived from the Sanskrit language, one of the oldest Indo-Aryan languages that originated in ancient India. The word "Viraat" can be traced back to the Sanskrit root "vir," meaning brave, valiant, or heroic. It is often associated with qualities like strength, courage, and fearlessness.
The name Viraat has a strong connection with Hindu mythology and ancient Indian texts. In the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics, Lord Krishna is referred to as "Virat" or "Viraat Purusha," which means the supreme cosmic being or the universal form. This association with divinity lends a sense of reverence and auspiciousness to the name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Viraat can be found in the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture that is part of the Mahabharata. In the text, Lord Krishna reveals his "Viraat Swarupa" or cosmic form to Arjuna, which is a turning point in the epic narrative.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Viraat. One of the earliest examples is Viraat Singh Shaktawat (1628-1666), a Rajput ruler of the Shaktawat clan who played a significant role in the conflicts between the Mughal Empire and the Rajput kingdoms.
Another prominent individual was Viraat Ali Khan Bahadur (1831-1879), a Nawab of Bengal who was known for his patronage of arts and culture. He commissioned the construction of several notable buildings, including the Viraat Ali Khan Palace in Calcutta (now Kolkata).
In the realm of literature, Viraat Sundra Vasu (1854-1912) was a Bengali author and scholar who made significant contributions to the study of Hindu philosophy and religion. His works, such as "The Vedanta Sutras" and "The Upanishads," were widely acclaimed.
In more recent times, Viraat Kohli (born 1988) is a renowned Indian cricketer who has captained the Indian national team and is considered one of the best batsmen of his generation. His achievements on the cricket field have made the name Viraat more popular and recognizable worldwide.
Another notable figure is Viraat Patel (born 1992), an Indian-American entrepreneur and investor who co-founded the software company Stripe. His success in the technology industry has further highlighted the name's association with achievement and excellence.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Viraat by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Viraat 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 | #3908 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
Viraat: questions and answers
How popular is the name Viraat in the UK right now?
In 2015, Viraat was ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Viraat most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 4 babies registered as Viraat in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Viraat?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "huge", "enormous", or "great".
How many people are called Viraat in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Viraat 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.