Atharva
Atharva is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Worshipper, ancient priest, or the first priest who performed fire rituals.
Origin and history
Atharva is a classical masculine name of Sanskrit origin, associated with the ancient Vedic text, the Atharvaveda. It refers to a Vedic sage who is believed to have brought fire and rituals to humanity. In the United States, its usage has grown primarily in recent decades among families seeking a traditional Indian name.
Popularity in the United States
1,094 babies in the United States have been named Atharva since 1880. It ranks #3594 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1534.
States where it is most popular
- CA (48.7 %)
- NJ (19.1 %)
- TX (13.5 %)
- IL (8 %)
- WA (4.6 %)
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 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 244 |
| 2010-2019 | 449 |
| 2020-2029 | 394 |
Fun facts
- The Atharvaveda, one of the primary scriptures of Hinduism, derives its name from the sage Atharva.
- The name has seen increased usage in the United States since the early 2000s.