Arnav
Arnav: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Arnav
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Sanskrit अर्णव (arṇava, “ocean, sea”). Doublet of Arnab.
How popular is Arnav?
Since 1880, 3,585 boys in the U.S. have been named Arnav. Its highest rank for boys was #855 in 2011. In 2025, 43 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Arnav
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Arnav
Sister and brother names that share Arnav's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Arnav FAQ
What does the name Arnav mean?
A male given name. From Sanskrit अर्णव (arṇava, “ocean, sea”). Doublet of Arnab.
What is the origin of the name Arnav?
Arnav is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Arnav?
Since 1880, 3,585 boys in the U.S. have been named Arnav. Its highest rank for boys was #855 in 2011. In 2025, 43 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Arnav a boy or girl name?
Arnav is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,585 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.