Wisdom or king of wisdom
Aariv is a modern name of Sanskrit origin that signifies a person who is highly knowledgeable or a leader of the wise. It is often interpreted as 'king of wisdom' or 'one who is full of intelligence.' While it has ancient roots, it has gained popularity in recent years as a fresh, contemporary choice in the Indian diaspora.
Less common today
Aariv isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,071 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).