Arshveer
A name of Sanskrit origin meaning "a courageous and brave warrior".
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Arshveer. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Arshveer today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Arshveer births was 2012 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Arshveer. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Arshveer with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Arshveer. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2012
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2015 SSA rank
#12,234
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Arshveer: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Arshveer by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Arshveer during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Arshveer
The name Arshveer is of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. It is a compound name formed by combining the elements "Arsh" and "Veer." The first part, "Arsh," is derived from the Sanskrit word "Rishi," which means a sage or a wise person. The second part, "Veer," means a brave or courageous person.
The name Arshveer is believed to have originated during the ancient period in India, possibly around the time of the Vedas, which are the oldest scriptures of Hinduism. The name is not explicitly mentioned in the Vedas or other ancient Hindu texts, but its components can be found in various Sanskrit words and names.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Arshveer can be traced back to the 16th century CE. A famous individual named Arshveer Singh was a prominent warrior and chieftain who played a significant role in the battles against the Mughal Empire during the reign of Akbar the Great.
Another notable figure in history with the name Arshveer was Arshveer Thapa, a Nepali military commander who served in the Gurkha army during the 19th century. He was known for his bravery and leadership in various battles against the British East India Company.
In more recent times, Arshveer Arora was an Indian cricketer who played domestic cricket for Punjab in the 1980s and 1990s. He was a prolific batsman and also represented the Indian national team in one Test match.
Another individual named Arshveer Kang was a prominent Sikh activist and human rights advocate from Canada. He was actively involved in raising awareness about human rights violations and promoting the rights of minorities.
Arshveer Kaur was a Sikh warrior and freedom fighter who participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule in the early 20th century. She was known for her bravery and unwavering commitment to the cause of freedom.
The name Arshveer continues to be popular among Indian families, particularly those of Sikh and Hindu backgrounds. It carries a strong connotation of wisdom, courage, and bravery, making it a desirable choice for parents hoping to instill these qualities in their children.
People
Arshveer + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Arshveer as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Arshveer: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Arshveer?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Arshveer going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Arshveer a common name?
We classify Arshveer as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Arshveer most popular?
The single biggest year for Arshveer was 2012, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Arshveer is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Arshveer in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Arshveer a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Arshveer in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Arshveer still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Arshveer in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Arshveer can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Arshveer?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.