Arav Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arav has its origins in Sanskrit, meaning peaceful or calm. It has evolved from its ancient roots through Prakrit into modern Hindi. The name embodies traits of tranquility and wisdom, and it does not have any biblical relevance. In recent years, Arav has gained popularity, especially in India, as a contemporary name associated with positive qualities.
The name Arav is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arav has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Arav' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3154th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3218th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Arav' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arav"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrɑːv/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Arav comes from the Sanskrit word 'Arava,' which means 'peaceful' or 'calm.'
Meaning
peaceful, calm
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अरव, Prakrit: अरव, Modern Hindi: आरव
Historical Usage
Arav has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in India, as a name that reflects a peaceful and serene nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Aarav, Aravind, Aravya
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Arav is currently perceived as modern and trendy, often associated with positive traits such as tranquility and wisdom.
Famous People
Arav Chowdhury, an Indian actor, Aravind Adiga, an Indian writer and journalist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arav"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arav"
"Arav" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3154th of 24088 | 512 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3218th of 23106 | 429 |
Regional Popularity of "Arav" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.85% 2284th/4582 |
33.71% 1741st/5164 |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
28.35% 2116th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.05% 2711th/3984 |
49.28% 2211th/4487 |
51.72% 3528th/6822 |
38.10% 2391st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Arav" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arav"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arav" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.