Abhinav
Abhinav is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Fresh, new, novel, or young.
Origin and history
Abhinav is a masculine name of ancient Sanskrit origin meaning fresh, new, or novel. It has been steadily given to boy newborns in the United States since the late 20th century, largely within South Asian American communities. The name carries a modern yet classic Indian cultural resonance.
Popularity in the United States
1,966 babies in the United States have been named Abhinav since 1880. It ranks #2901 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1797.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37 %)
- TX (16.1 %)
- NJ (15 %)
- IL (6.9 %)
- MI (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 168 |
| 2000-2010 | 943 |
| 2010-2019 | 725 |
| 2020-2029 | 130 |
Famous people named Abhinav
- Abhinav Bindra: Olympic Athlete, Businessperson
- Abhinav Kashyap: Film Director, Screenwriter
Nicknames
Abhi
Fun facts
- In classical Sanskrit literature, the word abhinava describes something brand new, creative, or fresh.
- Nearly 2,000 boys in the U.S. have been given the exact name Abhinav since 1880.