Aanav
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Aanav first appeared in US Social Security records in 2011.
Over 146 babies have been named Aanav in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aanav is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,261 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,261
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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Latin Antonius origin
"priceless one, beyond praise"
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Old French origin
"from the rounded hill"
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Albanian origin
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Welsh origin
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Old French via Old High German origin
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About the Name Aanav
Aanav is a boy name .
Aanav is currently ranked #7,261 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Aanav include Aan, Aay, and Aanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis