The sacred syllable Om
In Sanskrit, Pranav (or Pranava) refers to the cosmic sound 'Om,' considered the most sacred syllable in Hinduism. It represents the source of all existence and the vibration of the universe. It is often used as a title for the god Vishnu or Shiva.
About 56 boys were named Pranav in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Pranav — far less common.
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