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Anirban

Boy name · Indian

Meaningnever extinguished · Bengali

Anirban is an Indian boy name meaning “never extinguished”, with Bengali roots. 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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  • AnagramShuffle the letters of Anirban and you get Brianna. Same letters, different name.
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Anirban

Anirban is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “never extinguished”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Anirban at school.

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Questions about the name Anirban

What does the name Anirban mean?

Anirban means “never extinguished” and comes from Bengali.

What is the origin of the name Anirban?

Anirban is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Bengali. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).

Is Anirban a boy or girl name?

Anirban is a boy name.

What should I know before naming my baby Anirban?

Anirban is an Indian boy name meaning “never extinguished”, with Bengali roots. 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.