Arvind
Having roots in Sanskrit, a masculine name meaning "lotus" or "the rising sun".
Name Census estimates that about 556 living Americans carry the first name Arvind. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Arvind today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Arvind births was 2001 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Arvind. 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.
People living today
556
~ 1 in 616,465 Americans
Peak year
2001
26 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
2022 SSA rank
#12,511
Tracked since 1970
Popularity
Arvind: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Arvind from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 216 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Arvind 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 Arvind during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Arvinds live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, New York, New Jersey recorded the most babies named Arvind, while New Jersey, New York, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 22 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Arvind
The name Arvind finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, one of the oldest languages in the world, spoken primarily in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "arva," which means "horse," and "ind," which means "possessing" or "lord." Therefore, the name Arvind can be interpreted as "possessor of horses" or "lord of horses."
In ancient Indian culture, horses were highly revered animals, symbolizing power, strength, and nobility. The name Arvind was often given to sons born into royal or warrior families, reflecting the importance of horses in their lives and the desired qualities of valor and leadership.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Arvind can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. These sacred scriptures mention various characters and sages with the name Arvind, indicating its widespread use in ancient Indian society.
One notable historical figure who bore the name Arvind was Arvind Ghosh, a prominent Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who lived from 1872 to 1962. He played a significant role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule and was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi.
Another famous Arvind was Arvind Kejriwal, an Indian politician and activist born in 1968. He is the current Chief Minister of Delhi and the founder of the Aam Aadmi Party, a political party known for its anti-corruption stance and grassroots initiatives.
In the field of literature, Arvind Krishna Mehrotra, born in 1919, is a celebrated Indian poet, critic, and translator. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to Indian literature and is considered one of the most influential voices of contemporary Indian poetry.
Arvind Subramanian, born in 1959, is an Indian economist and former Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India. He is known for his work on economic policy, globalization, and development economics, and has served in various capacities for organizations like the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
Lastly, Arvind Adiga, born in 1974, is an Indian novelist and journalist who won the prestigious Man Booker Prize in 2008 for his debut novel, "The White Tiger." His works often explore themes of poverty, corruption, and the complexities of modern Indian society.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have carried the name Arvind, showcasing its enduring legacy and the diverse fields in which it has been represented.
People
Arvind + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Arvind as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Arvind: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Arvind?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 556 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Arvind 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 616,465 US residents.
Is Arvind a common name?
We classify Arvind as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 570 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Arvind most popular?
The single biggest year for Arvind was 2001, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Arvind is about 28 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Arvind a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Arvind 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.
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.