Abhinav
Meaningnew, fresh · Sanskrit
Abhinav is an Indian boy name meaning “new, fresh”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Abhinav would score 15 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationAbhinav peaked in 2008, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Abhinav you'd meet today is about 17 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Abhinav would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 156,250 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAbhinav first shows up in US birth records in 1990, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 35 years since.
US births per million boys, 1990–2025
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About the name Abhinav
Abhinav is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “new, fresh”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Abhinav
What does the name Abhinav mean?
Abhinav means “new, fresh” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Arata (“new, fresh”) and Navneet (“fresh butter”).
What is the origin of the name Abhinav?
Abhinav is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Abhinav a boy or girl name?
Abhinav is a boy name. In 2025, 11 US boys were named Abhinav.
How popular is the name Abhinav?
Abhinav ranked #7,194 for US boys in 2025, given to 11 babies. Its best year was 2008, when it reached #1,303. Over the last five years it has slipped 3,850 places.
What names are similar to Abhinav?
If you like Abhinav, you might also like Arata and Navneet.
What should I know before naming my baby Abhinav?
Abhinav is an Indian boy name meaning “new, fresh”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.