Atharv
Atharv first appears in US records in 2000. It peaked in 2024, when 224 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 187.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Atharv popular?
Rising Atharv has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 1,277 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 950 | |
| 2000s | 158 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Atharv mean?
From Sanskrit atharvan (अथर्वन्), the name of the Atharvaveda and of the ancient sage traditionally said to be the first priest of fire. Commonly taken to mean 'knowledge' or evokes the Vedic fire-priest.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Atharv mean?
Atharv means Knowledge; the Atharvaveda. From Sanskrit atharvan (अथर्वन्), the name of the Atharvaveda and of the ancient sage traditionally said to be the first priest of fire. Commonly taken to mean 'knowledge' or evokes the Vedic fire-priest.
What is the origin of the name Atharv?
Atharv is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Atharv?
Atharv is pronounced “uh-THARV.”
Is Atharv a boy or a girl name?
Atharv is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Atharv a popular name right now?
Atharv has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Atharv?
In 2025, Atharv ranked #1132 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Atharv most popular?
Atharv was most popular in 2024, when about 224 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Atharv?
Names similar to Atharv include Aarush, Rishi, Pranav, Dhruv, Kabir.
What names go well with Atharv?
sanskrit names that pair well with Atharv include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.