Joravar
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "brave warrior".
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Joravar. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Joravar today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Joravar births was 2022 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Joravar. 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 Joravar with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Joravar. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2022
5 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2023 SSA rank
#13,118
Tracked since 2022
Popularity
Joravar: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Joravar 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 Joravar during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Joravar
The name Joravar has its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language of India, dating back to the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the words "jor," meaning strength or power, and "var," meaning possessor or bearer. The name is believed to have originated in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the areas where Sanskrit was widely spoken and studied.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Joravar can be found in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a minor character. This ancient text, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE, is considered one of the longest poetic works in the world and is a significant part of Hindu mythology and literature.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Joravar. One such individual was Joravar Singh (1675-1734), a Rajput warrior and ruler of the princely state of Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India. Known for his military prowess and strategic alliances, he played a crucial role in the region's politics during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
Another prominent figure with the name Joravar was Joravar Nath (1892-1976), a renowned Indian philosopher and spiritual teacher. He founded the Joravar Nath Akhara, a monastic order dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and self-realization. His teachings and writings had a significant impact on the spiritual landscape of India in the 20th century.
In the realm of literature, Joravar Kishan (1902-1971) was a celebrated Hindi poet and writer from Uttar Pradesh, India. His poetic works, which often explored themes of social justice and human emotions, earned him widespread recognition and several prestigious awards during his lifetime.
Joravar Bhushan (1921-2003) was an eminent Indian scientist and engineer who made significant contributions to the fields of aerodynamics and aerospace engineering. He played a pivotal role in the development of India's space program and was awarded the prestigious Padma Vibhushan, one of the highest civilian honors in the country.
Joravar Lal Mehta (1928-1999) was a renowned Indian diplomat and statesman who served as the Foreign Secretary of India from 1976 to 1979. He played a crucial role in shaping India's foreign policy during a turbulent period in the country's history and was widely respected for his diplomatic skills and expertise.
While the name Joravar is relatively uncommon in modern times, it continues to hold a rich historical significance, particularly in the Indian subcontinent, where it has been associated with individuals who have made notable contributions across various fields throughout the centuries.
People
Joravar + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Joravar as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Joravar: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Joravar?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Joravar 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 Joravar a common name?
We classify Joravar 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 Joravar most popular?
The single biggest year for Joravar was 2022, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Joravar is about 4 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 Joravar in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Joravar a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Joravar 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 Joravar still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Joravar 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 Joravar 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 common is the name Joravar?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Joravar on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.