Boy
Arnav
ocean, sea
About Arnav
Arnav represents sophistication and cultural richness, making it an exceptional choice for parents who value heritage while embracing modernity. The name's flowing syllables create a melodious sound that distinguishes it in any classroom or boardroom. Boys bearing this name carry an identity that sparks curiosity and conversation, opening doors to discussions about diversity and global perspectives. The strong consonants balanced with soft vowels give Arnav both power and approachability. This name ages remarkably well, sounding equally appropriate for a young child, a teenager, and a distinguished adult. Parents selecting Arnav often seek names that honor tradition without feeling antiquated, and this name delivers precisely that balance. Its relative uniqueness in many Western countries ensures individuality while remaining pronounceable and memorable.
Popularity of the Name Arnav
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | #1000 | ||||
| 2004 | #894 | #937 | |||
| 2005 | #971 | ||||
| 2006 | #941 | #889 | #950 | ||
| 2007 | #959 | #847 | |||
| 2008 | #979 | #747 | #954 | ||
| 2009 | #875 | #886 | |||
| 2010 | #933 | #913 | |||
| 2011 | #855 | #784 | #783 | ||
| 2012 | #868 | #585 | #317 | #733 | #504 |
| 2013 | #907 | #661 | #396 | #552 | |
| 2014 | #891 | #880 | #393 | #543 | |
| 2015 | #965 | #807 | |||
| 2019 | #440 | #758 | |||
| 2016 | #967 | ||||
| 2017 | #706 | ||||
| 2018 | #775 | ||||
| 2020 | #941 | ||||
| 2021 | #949 | ||||
| 2025 | #986 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Arnav
Names Similar to Arnav
Nicknames for Arnav
- Arnie
- Nav
- Arn
- Arno
Famous People Named Arnav
| Arnav Goswami | Indian journalist |
| Arnav Agarwal | Indian cricketer |
| Arnav Khushi | Indian television character |
| Arnav Rampal | Indian actor |
| Arnav Sheth | American entrepreneur |
| Arnav Patel | British author |
| Arnav Chavan | Indian dancer |
| Arnav Purohit | Indian chess player |
| Arnav Nigam | Indian singer |
| Arnav Deb | Indian artist |
| Arnav Barbaad | Pakistani musician |
| Arnav Sinha | Indian scientist |
| Arnav Batra | Indian chef |
| Arnav Gupta | Indian athlete |
| Arnav Bhasin | Indian musician |
| Arnav Sengupta | American filmmaker |
| Arnav Sawhney | Indian photographer |
| Arnav Sarkar | Indian fitness coach |
| Arnav Sharma | British mathematician |
| Arnav Ratan | Indian technologist |
Characters Named Arnav
| Arnav Singh Raizada | character from the TV show "Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?" |
| Arnav Mehta | character from the novel "I Too Had a Love Story" by Ravinder Singh |
| Arnav Reddy | character from the movie "Arjun Reddy" |
| Arnav Kumar | character from the web series "Little Things" |
| Arnav Rathod | character from the movie "Dil Se." |
| Arnav Sharma | character from the TV show "Mere Dad Ki Dulhan" |
| Arnav Malhotra | character from the TV show "Bade Achhe Lagte Hain" |
| Arnav Ruparel | character from the movie "Dear Zindagi" |
| Arnav Joshi | character from the movie "Katti Batti" |
| Arnav Desai | character from the TV show "Doli Armaano Ki" |
| Arnav Sinha | character from the TV show "Tere Sheher Mein" |
| Arnav Oberoi | character from the TV show "Ishqbaaaz" |
| Arnav Pratap Singh | character from the TV show "Pardes Mein Hai Mera Dil" |
| Arnav Kashyap | character from the TV show "Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi" |
| Arnav Rajvansh | character from the TV show "Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke" |
| Arnav Sen Gupta | character from the TV show "Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin" |
| Arnav Varun | character from the TV show "Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani" |
| Arnav Bharadwaj | character from the TV show "Sasural Simar Ka" |
| Arnav Deshmukh | character from the TV show "Bade Bhaiyya Ki Dulhania" |
| Arnav Deb | character from the novel "Those Pricey Thakur Girls" by Anuja Chauhan |