Hiu is a distinctive choice, ranked #5785 in 2016. Your child is likely to be the only Hiu in their class.
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UK Rank 2016
#5785
About the Name Hiu
Hiu is holding steady in the rankings at #5785. It reached its peak of #3725 in 2004 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been relatively new to UK records, first appearing in 2003.
Hiu is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Hiu
Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Hiu per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Hiu in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Hiu has held a stable position around #5785 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #3725 in 2004 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Hiu 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.
3
UK babies named Hiu (2016)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
< 1
In a school of 600
↓ 1412 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Hiu
Likely around 1 other Hiu in the class
UK Popularity (2003–2016)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
No US data available for this name
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