Rising since 2003, #1,132 for boys today.
Popularity of Atharv since 2000
Babies named Atharv per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 158 |
| 2010s | 950 |
| 2020s | 1,277 |
Meaning & origin
Atharv is a name rooted in ancient Sanskrit tradition that has entered modern usage. Its first recorded use in U.S. data is 2000, and it has been consistently rising in popularity since 2003. By 2025, it ranked 1132 with a 1-in-9,134 frequency, reaching its peak in 2024. The name is most common in Washington, New Jersey, and Illinois, reflecting its appeal among Indian-American communities. While often connected to the Atharvaveda and the concept of sacred knowledge, the precise meaning remains debated, adding a layer of scholarly intrigue. Its ascent mirrors a broader trend of parents choosing names with deep cultural and spiritual resonance from South Asian traditions.
Atharv is a modern given name derived from the Sanskrit root 'atharvan', which refers to a type of ancient priest or fire priest in Vedic tradition. The name is also associated with the Atharvaveda, one of the four sacred texts of Hinduism. In contemporary use, it gained popularity in India and among the Indian diaspora, particularly in the 21st century.
Where Atharv is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Atharv” around the world
Where Atharv lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
7
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Athu
Variants: Atharva
Sibling names for Atharv
Names that share Atharv's style, for a brother or sister.
