Aarnav
Meaning: Ocean, vast as the sea
Origin: Sanskrit
Gender: Boy
Rank in United Kingdom: #3548
Total births: 114
History: Aarnav has long been a favourite in households across England and Wales. It resonates with the competitive fire of Wimbledon and strawberries and cream. It stands as a proud part of Britain's rich tapestry of names.
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| Current rank (2023) | #4991 |
| Babies named Aarnav in 2023 | 3 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 114 |
| Peak year | 2010 (18 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1344 |
| Years in records | 2007–2023 (16 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 2298 spots |
Frequently asked about Aarnav
What does the name Aarnav mean?
Aarnav means “Ocean, vast as the sea” from Sanskrit roots.
What is the origin of the name Aarnav?
Aarnav has Sanskrit origin. The traditional meaning is “Ocean, vast as the sea”.
How popular is Aarnav in the United Kingdom?
Aarnav ranked #4991 in the United Kingdom in 2023 — given to 3 babies that year.
When was Aarnav most popular?
Aarnav peaked in 2010 with 18 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Aarnav a boy or girl name?
Aarnav is predominantly a boys' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Aarnavs in registered births are male.
Is the name Aarnav rising or falling in popularity?
Aarnav has fallen 2298 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in the United Kingdom — from #2693 in 2018 to #4991 in 2023.
How long has Aarnav been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Aarnav appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 16 years — from 2007 through 2023.