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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Ocean, sea
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AR-nuv
Arnav is a Sanskrit boy's name meaning "ocean" or "sea," pronounced AR-nuv. It has a modern feel with an outdoorsy, nature-inspired streak, and it reads as clean and worldly at the same time.
Meaning & Origin of Arnav
Meaning: Ocean, sea.
Origin: Sanskrit.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Arnav
AR-nuvIPA /ˈɑːrnʌv/
Popularity of Arnav
Arnav peaked at #855 in 2011, when 249 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3784 with 29 babies, so it's now a rarely heard name in the U.S.
Names Like Arnav
These names share Arnav’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Arnav mean?
Ocean, sea. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Arnav?
Arnav is pronounced AR-nuv (IPA: /ˈɑːrnʌv/).
Is Arnav a popular name right now?
Arnav peaked at #855 in 2011 and is ranked #3784 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1991–2024.)
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