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Anav

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Pronounced ə-NAHV /əˈnɑv/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew anav, 'humble, modest' (as Moses was described); also Sanskrit anav, 'refined, humane'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Humble and refined: Anav is Hebrew 'humble, modest' — and Sanskrit 'refined'. Gentle, dignified, and cross-cultural.
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Origin MediumHebrew, Sanskrit
MeaningFrom Hebrew anav, 'humble, modest' (as Moses was described); also Sanskrit anav, 'refined, humane'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#4406 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 245

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320112025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Anav comes from Hebrew anav, 'humble, modest' (Moses' defining virtue), and overlaps Sanskrit anav, 'refined, humane' (routes layered, which we note). A gentle, dignified name across Jewish and South Asian families.

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish and South Asian families. Rare, humble at the root, and gentle.

Did you know? Anav means 'humble, modest' in Hebrew (Moses was called the most anav, humble, of men) — and 'refined, humane' in Sanskrit; doubly gentle.
Overall data confidence 65%
References — anav — routes layered

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Anav mean?

Anav is Hebrew for 'humble, modest', and Sanskrit for 'refined'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Anav?

It's said ə-NAHV /əˈnɑv/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Anav a boy or girl name?

Anav is a boy's name.

How popular is Anav?

Anav is a rare name in the U.S.

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