Humble, modest, or kind
Derived from Sanskrit, Anav signifies a person who is humble and modest. In a broader spiritual context, it represents a lack of ego and a gentle, kind-hearted nature. It is a modern, short choice often found in Indian communities.
Less common today
Anav isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,624 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
