UK girl's name
Zafreen
A feminine Arabic name meaning "golden" or "saffron-colored".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Zafreen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Zafreen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3218, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 7 births.
This profile covers 47 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 1998 to 2023. 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.
Zafreen is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 47 living people in the UK are called Zafreen. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Zafreen ranked #3218 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 7 girls were registered as Zafreen.
- • About 47 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zafreen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3218
2023
Births in 2023
7
Latest year
Peak year
2023
7 births
Estimated living
47
2026
Meaning
What does Zafreen mean?
The name Zafreen has its origins in the Persian language, with roots dating back to ancient Persia, now modern-day Iran. It is derived from the Persian word "zafaran," which means "saffron," a precious spice known for its distinct golden-yellow color and aroma.
In ancient Persian literature and poetry, saffron was often used as a metaphor for beauty, luxury, and elegance. The name Zafreen, therefore, carries connotations of grace, charm, and radiance. It is believed that the name first emerged during the Sassanid Empire, which ruled over Persia from the 3rd to the 7th century AD.
Historically, Zafreen has been mentioned in various Persian literary works, including the celebrated poetry of renowned writers like Hafez and Rumi. The name also appears in some Islamic texts and manuscripts, as it was widely used among Persian-speaking Muslim communities.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Zafreen can be traced back to the 9th century AD, when a Persian princess named Zafreen Banu was born into the royal family of the Samanid Empire. She is known for her patronage of the arts and her influence on the cultural renaissance of the region.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Zafreen. Here are five examples:
1. Zafreen Hayat (1948 - ), a Pakistani actress and singer known for her work in Lollywood, the Pakistani film industry. 2. Zafreen Rahman (1957 - ), a Bangladeshi writer and academic, known for her contributions to Bengali literature and her advocacy for women's rights. 3. Zafreen Masih (1986 - ), a Pakistani singer and songwriter, known for her Sufi-inspired music and collaborations with various artists. 4. Zafreen Fatima (1964 - ), an Indian social activist and human rights advocate, recognized for her work in promoting education and empowerment for underprivileged communities. 5. Zafreen Jalali (1948 - 2018), an Iranian-American singer and musician, known for her performances of traditional Persian music and her efforts in preserving the cultural heritage of Iran.
The name Zafreen has maintained its popularity among Persian-speaking communities and has also gained recognition in other parts of the world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East, due to the cultural and historical connections with the Persian empire.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Zafreen over time
The chart below shows babies named Zafreen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Zafreen, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2023, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zafreen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zafreen 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 | #3559 | 12 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4744 | 26 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3970 | 4 | 1 |
| 1990s | #2701 | 5 | 1 |
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FAQ
Zafreen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Zafreen in the UK right now?
In 2023, Zafreen was ranked #3218 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Zafreen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 7 babies registered as Zafreen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Zafreen?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "golden" or "saffron-colored".
How many people are called Zafreen in the UK?
A total of 47 babies have been registered as Zafreen across the 10 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.