Will my child share the name Tanvir with classmates?

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

Is Tanvir becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Tanvir is rising: up 474 places since 2018, to #4,275 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #694 in 1997.

Is Tanvir a good choice for a distinctive name?

Tanvir 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 Tanvir a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Tanvir

Tanvir has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1133 places in five years. It was most popular in 1997 at #694 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

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