Abhinav

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Abhinav Pronunciation

Abhinav is pronounced uh-bee-NAHV /ˌʌ.biˈnɑv/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit abhinava, 'new, fresh, novel; young, recent'Medium

In 30 seconds: New and fresh: Abhinav is Sanskrit for 'new, fresh, novel'. Crisp, bright, and warm.

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Origin MediumSanskrit

MeaningFrom Sanskrit abhinava, 'new, fresh, novel; young, recent'

U.S. rank (2024)#5432 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,955

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Abhinav comes from Sanskrit abhinava, 'new, fresh, novel; young, recent, original'. Borne by the brilliant medieval philosopher and aesthetician Abhinavagupta. A crisp, bright, popular modern name across India (Olympic shooter Abhinav Bindra; said 'uh-bee-NAHV').

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, new-and-fresh at the root, and bright.

Did you know? Abhinav means 'new, fresh, novel; young, recent' in Sanskrit (the great philosopher Abhinavagupta) — a crisp, bright modern name evoking newness and originality (said 'uh-bee-NAHV').

Overall data confidence 78%

Sanskrit references — abhinava — etymology

Variations

AbhinavaAbhinaav

Nicknames

Abhi

Themes & Styles

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How do you pronounce Abhinav?

Abhinav is pronounced uh-bee-NAHV (/ˌʌ.biˈnɑv/). Press play above to hear Abhinav said aloud.

How do you say Abhinav?

Abhinav is said uh-bee-NAHV (/ˌʌ.biˈnɑv/). Press play above to hear Abhinav said aloud.

What does the name Abhinav mean?

Abhinav is Sanskrit for 'new, fresh, novel; young'.

Is Abhinav a boy or girl name?

Abhinav is a boy's name.

How popular is Abhinav?

Abhinav is a rare name in the U.S.