Shivam vs Arnav

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shivam

Boy #3,664 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"auspicious, sacred, benevolent"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindu Nepali

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,664
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shivam Rank #3,664
Arnav Rank #3,845

Shivam is more popular, ranked #3664 vs #3845 for Arnav.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shivam or Arnav more popular?

Shivam is more popular, ranked #3664 compared to Arnav at #3845 in the United States.

What do Shivam and Arnav mean?

Shivam means "auspicious, sacred, benevolent" (Sanskrit origin). Arnav means "ocean, sea, flowing water" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Shivam and Arnav boy or girl names?

Shivam is primarily a boy name. Arnav is primarily a boy name.

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