Arav
Meaning: Peaceful, calm, wisdom
Origin: Sanskrit/Indian
Gender: Boy
Rank in United Kingdom: #2290
Total births: 223
History: Arav is a name steeped in the heritage of England and Wales. It recalls the cobblestone streets of the Cotswolds and the spires of Oxford and Cambridge. The name continues to thrive in modern Britain, as fresh as ever.
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| Current rank (2024) | #3254 |
| Babies named Arav in 2024 | 6 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 223 |
| Peak year | 2013 (22 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1147 |
| Years in records | 2003–2024 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 157 spots |
Frequently asked about Arav
What does the name Arav mean?
Arav means “Peaceful, calm, wisdom” from Sanskrit/Indian roots.
What is the origin of the name Arav?
Arav has Sanskrit/Indian origin. The traditional meaning is “Peaceful, calm, wisdom”.
How popular is Arav in the United Kingdom?
Arav ranked #3254 in the United Kingdom in 2024 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Arav most popular?
Arav peaked in 2013 with 22 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Arav a boy or girl name?
Arav is predominantly a boys' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Aravs in registered births are male.
Is the name Arav rising or falling in popularity?
Arav has risen 157 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in the United Kingdom — from #3411 in 2019 to #3254 in 2024.
How long has Arav been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Arav appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 22 years — from 2003 through 2024.