Arvind Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-vind / ˈɑːrvɪndSanskrit
Meaning
One who is worthy; prosperous
Historical & Cultural Background
Arvind is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word 'Aravinda,' which refers to the lotus flower. The lotus holds significant cultural and spiritual symbolism in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing purity and enlightenment. The name is commonly used in various regions of India and among Indian communities worldwide. It is often associated with positive attributes such as beauty and prosperity.
Trend Summary
The name Arvind has seen moderate popularity in India, particularly among Hindu families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aravind
- Arvindh
International Variants
- Aravinda (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Arvind
Arvind Adiga is an Indian author known for his novel 'The White Tiger,' which won the Man Booker Prize.
Arvind Kejriwal is an Indian politician and the Chief Minister of Delhi, known for his role in anti-corruption movements.
Arvind Swamy is an Indian actor and entrepreneur, recognized for his work in Tamil cinema.
Arvind Gupta is an Indian scientist and educator, known for his contributions to the field of science education.
Fictional characters named Arvind
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arvind was first seen in the United States in 1970. Arvind has ranked as high as #1273 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Arvind has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arvind (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |