Arnab vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arnab

Boy #26,572 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ocean, sea"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Bengali Indian Hindu

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26,572
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish British Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
4,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arnab Rank #26,572
Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #26572 for Arnab.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arnab or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Arnab at #26572 in the United States.

What do Arnab and Ian mean?

Arnab means "ocean, sea" (Sanskrit origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Arnab and Ian boy or girl names?

Arnab is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

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