Atharv
Boy name · 10 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Atharv: 10 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2016.
Atharv is a name of ancient Sanskrit origin, drawn directly from the Atharvaveda—one of the four sacred texts of Hinduism—where it means “knowledge” or “wise.” While the name is most familiar in Indian culture, it has been given to babies in Scotland since at least the 2000s, reflecting the country’s growing multicultural fabric. Notable bearers are primarily found in India’s entertainment and sports worlds, such as child actor Atharv B. and cricketer Atharv Singh, though no single globally iconic figure dominates. There are no well-known Scottish places linked to the name, but its root shares the same origin as the city of Atharva in Maharashtra. A common variant is Atharva, which is equally popular among parents seeking a name with deep spiritual resonance and a melodic sound.
Boy 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20164 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7623 babies
- Total births
- 10since 2016
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y