Nirav
Nirav first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1984, when 21 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Nirav popular?
Steady Nirav has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1984.
| 2020s | 48 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 120 | |
| 2000s | 63 | |
| 1990s | 63 | |
| 1980s | 158 | |
| 1970s | 94 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Nirav mean?
From the Sanskrit निरव (nirava), 'soundless, still', formed from nir- ('without') + rava ('sound, noise') — hence tranquil stillness. A genuine, if less common, classical formation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nirav mean?
Nirav means Silent, calm, quiet. From the Sanskrit निरव (nirava), 'soundless, still', formed from nir- ('without') + rava ('sound, noise') — hence tranquil stillness. A genuine, if less common, classical formation.
What is the origin of the name Nirav?
Nirav is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Nirav?
Nirav is pronounced “NEE-ruhv.”
Is Nirav a boy or a girl name?
Nirav is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Nirav a popular name right now?
Nirav has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1984.
How popular is the name Nirav?
In 2025, Nirav ranked #6705 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nirav most popular?
Nirav was most popular in 1984, when about 21 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Nirav?
Names similar to Nirav include Rakesh, Ranbir, Nakul, Aniket, Lakshya.
What names go well with Nirav?
sanskrit names that pair well with Nirav include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.