Arnav
Meaning: Peaceful, calm, wisdom
Origin: Sanskrit/Indian
Gender: Boy
Rank in United Kingdom: #1148
Total births: 617
History: Arnav is a name that speaks to the heart of British identity. It carries the pioneering energy of Isambard Kingdom Brunel and British engineering. The name carries forward a legacy treasured by generation after generation.
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Every number here comes directly from the United Kingdom’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #1517 |
| Babies named Arnav in 2024 | 17 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 617 |
| Peak year | 2012 (67 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #542 |
| Years in records | 1999–2024 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 365 spots |
Frequently asked about Arnav
What does the name Arnav mean?
Arnav means “Peaceful, calm, wisdom” from Sanskrit/Indian roots.
What is the origin of the name Arnav?
Arnav has Sanskrit/Indian origin. The traditional meaning is “Peaceful, calm, wisdom”.
How popular is Arnav in the United Kingdom?
Arnav ranked #1517 in the United Kingdom in 2024 — given to 17 babies that year.
When was Arnav most popular?
Arnav peaked in 2012 with 67 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Arnav a boy or girl name?
Arnav is predominantly a boys' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Arnavs in registered births are male.
Is the name Arnav rising or falling in popularity?
Arnav has fallen 365 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in the United Kingdom — from #1152 in 2019 to #1517 in 2024.
How long has Arnav been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Arnav appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 26 years — from 1999 through 2024.