Rising since 2018, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Aryav since 2007
Babies named Aryav per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 119 |
| 2020s | 99 |
Meaning & origin
Aryav first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2007, a relatively modern entry in the naming landscape. It reached its peak rank of 4707 in 2024, with approximately 1 in 81,337 boys given the name the following year. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2018, reflecting growing interest in names of Indian origin. Its top state of usage is California, where diverse cultural influences often drive naming trends. Though still uncommon, Aryav fits a pattern of Sanskrit-derived names gaining visibility among families seeking a connection to heritage.
Aryav appears to be a modern coinage from Sanskrit, combining 'Arya' (noble, respectable) with the verbal root 'bhū' (to be) or as a variant of Arya with the suffix '-v'. It has gained popularity in India and the Indian diaspora since the early 2000s, reflecting a trend toward traditional-sounding yet distinctive names.
Where Aryav is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arya, Avi
Sibling names for Aryav
Names that share Aryav's style, for a brother or sister.
