Will my child share the name Hiba with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 162 UK babies named Hiba per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Hiba in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Hiba becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Hiba is rising: up 149 places since 2020, to #281 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #254 in 2024.

Is Hiba a good choice for a distinctive name?

Hiba is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Hiba?

Notable people named Hiba include: Hiba Qadir, Hiba El Jaafil and Hiba Kawas.

Is Hiba a popular baby name in the United States?

Hiba does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Hiba is a distinctive choice, ranked #281 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Hiba in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

#281

About the Name Hiba

Hiba is currently at its most popular point on record, sitting at UK #254. The name has climbed 176 places in the last five years — a significant surge by any measure. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Hiba is fairly common in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Hiba in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Hiba

Hiba Qadir — Hiba Qadir also popularly known as Hiba Bukhari is a Pakistani actress.
Hiba El Jaafil — Hiba El Jaafil is a Lebanese football manager and former player who played as a midfielder.
Hiba Kawas — Hiba Al Kawas is a Lebanese operatic soprano, composer and academic.

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