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Aarav

/ AH-rav /
Boy Sanskrit 2 syllables
Meaning
Aarav means Peaceful; melody (Sanskrit).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
AH-rav
Popularity
#710 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Aarav in the US, 1880–2025
2020

Aarav first appears in US records in 2002. It peaked in 2015, when 541 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 377.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Aarav popular?

Steady Aarav has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2015.

US babies given the name Aarav, by decade
2020s 2,445
2010s 4,828
2000s 936

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Aarav mean?

Aarav is a modern Sanskrit name usually read as “peaceful” or “melodious sound.”

Names like Aarav

Sanskrit names with a similar feel and popularity.

Names that pair well with Aarav

Popular Sanskrit names for a sibling or a middle name.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Aarav mean?

Aarav means Peaceful; melody. Aarav is a modern Sanskrit name usually read as “peaceful” or “melodious sound.”

What is the origin of the name Aarav?

Aarav is of Sanskrit origin.

How do you pronounce Aarav?

Aarav is pronounced “AH-rav.”

Is Aarav a boy or a girl name?

Aarav is most commonly used as a boy name.

Is Aarav a popular name right now?

Aarav has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2015.

How popular is the name Aarav?

In 2025, Aarav ranked #710 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Aarav most popular?

Aarav was most popular in 2015, when about 541 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Aarav?

Names similar to Aarav include Vihaan, Arjun, Aryan, Krish, Ishaan.

What names go well with Aarav?

Sanskrit names that pair well with Aarav include Tara, Arjun, Anika, Vihaan, Aryan.