Names by culture & origin

South Asian baby names

Girls' names

Ananya Unique, without a second Diya Lamp, light Priya Beloved Saanvi Goddess Lakshmi — wealth and wisdom

Boys' names

Aarav Peaceful, wise Arjun Bright, shining — the hero of the Mahabharata Vihaan Dawn, beginning

Questions about South Asian names

What are popular South Asian baby names in the UK?

Aarav, Ananya, Arjun, Diya, Priya, Saanvi and more are South Asian names we cover, each with its meaning and origin explained.

Are South Asian names commonly used in England and Wales?

Yes — the UK is home to families from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, and names of South Asian origin are in genuine use here. For official year-by-year popularity, see the ONS baby names statistics for England and Wales.

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Reviewed July 2026.