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At a Glance
- Meaning
- New, fresh, novel
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- UHB-hih-nuhv
Abhinav is a Sanskrit name meaning "new, fresh, novel." It's pronounced UHB-hih-nuhv (IPA /ˈʌbʱɪnəv/), with the stress on the first syllable. If you're looking for a name that carries a clear, forward-looking meaning, this one says it plainly.
Meaning & Origin of Abhinav
Meaning: New, fresh, novel.
Origin: Sanskrit.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Abhinav
UHB-hih-nuhvIPA /ˈʌbʱɪnəv/
Popularity of Abhinav
Abhinav peaked at #1303 in 2008, when 133 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #5432 with 17 babies, so it's a rarely heard name today (U.S. Social Security data covers 1990-2024).
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FAQ
What does the name Abhinav mean?
New, fresh, novel. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Abhinav?
Abhinav is pronounced UHB-hih-nuhv (IPA: /ˈʌbʱɪnəv/).
Is Abhinav a popular name right now?
Abhinav peaked at #1303 in 2008 and is ranked #5432 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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