Will my child share the name Rahul with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Rahul per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Rahul in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Rahul becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Rahul is declining: down 1,315 places since 2020, to #4,275 in 2025. It peaked at #247 in 1999.

Is Rahul a good choice for a distinctive name?

Rahul 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.

Is Rahul a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Rahul

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Rahul is a distinctive choice, ranked #4275 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Rahul in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Rahul

Rahul has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1311 places in five years. It was most popular in 1999 at #247 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Rahul is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Rahul in their class.