UK girl's name
Aarvi
A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "first ray of sunshine".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aarvi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aarvi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1097, with 31 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 31 births.
This profile covers 194 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2010 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Aarvi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 193 living people in the UK are called Aarvi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aarvi ranked #1097 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 31 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 31 girls were registered as Aarvi.
- • About 193 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aarvi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1097
2024
Births in 2024
31
Latest year
Peak year
2024
31 births
Estimated living
193
2026
Meaning
What does Aarvi mean?
The name Aarvi is a modern Indian name that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among Hindu families. It is believed to have its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language.
One of the possible etymological roots of the name Aarvi is derived from the Sanskrit word "arv," meaning "to go" or "to move." This could suggest that the name carries a meaning related to movement, progress, or journey. Another possible root is the Sanskrit word "arva," which means "horse." In some cultures, horses were seen as symbols of strength, speed, and endurance, traits that could be associated with the name Aarvi.
While the name Aarvi does not have a recorded history in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has gained popularity in more recent times. Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aarvi can be found in birth records and census data from various regions of India, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
One notable person with the name Aarvi is Aarvi Enkhtsetseg, a Mongolian singer and songwriter born in 1989. She has gained recognition for her contributions to the Mongolian music industry and for representing her country in international music competitions.
Another individual with the name Aarvi is Aarvi Dua, an Indian actress and model born in 1996. She has appeared in several television commercials and music videos, showcasing her talent and versatility in the entertainment industry.
Aarvi Gupta, born in 2005, is a young Indian child prodigy who gained recognition for her exceptional mathematical abilities. At a very young age, she demonstrated remarkable skills in mental arithmetic and has participated in various competitions and exhibitions, showcasing her extraordinary talent.
Aarvi Narayanan, born in 1998, is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to the field of classical Indian dance forms, such as Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.
Aarvi Bansal, born in 2002, is an Indian chess player who has achieved remarkable success in the sport at a young age. She has won numerous national and international chess tournaments, showcasing her exceptional strategic skills and talent in the game.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Aarvi throughout history. While the name may be relatively modern, it has gained significance and recognition in various fields, reflecting the diverse talents and achievements of those who bear this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aarvi over time
The chart below shows babies named Aarvi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aarvi, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 31 births in 2024, compared with 31 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aarvi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aarvi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #1382 | 117 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2905 | 77 | 8 |
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- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aarvi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aarvi in the UK right now?
In 2024, Aarvi was ranked #1097 for girls in England and Wales, with 31 births registered.
When was Aarvi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 31 babies registered as Aarvi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aarvi?
A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "first ray of sunshine".
How many people are called Aarvi in the UK?
A total of 194 babies have been registered as Aarvi across the 13 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.