Arnav sits next to 3 phonetic neighbors — Arjun, Arnab, and Kiran are the closest matches by sound. Most share Arnav's Indian-origin cluster, so the rhythm and vowel shape carry across the list.
You searched for names like
"ocean, sea, flowing water"
"victory of the Guru"
"great king, universal ruler"
"fire, cosmic energy"
"auspicious, blessed"
"sky, open space"
"one who struggles bravely"
"trust, reliance"
"one who glorifies through remembrance"
"unstruck divine sound"
"ocean-drinker, one of immense power"
"one who brings prosperity"
"one who has attained liberation"
"one who shapes or carves"
"living water, strength"
"pleasant, beautiful"
"long life, lifespan"
Similar sound: These names share phonetic patterns with Arnav — similar vowel sounds, consonant clusters, or rhythm.
Shared roots: Several names on this list have Sanskrit origins, giving them the same cultural heritage as Arnav.
Rhythm: Arnav is a 2-syllable name. Names with the same syllable count tend to feel interchangeable when you're narrowing your list.