Arbaaz

“brave, courageous”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8304US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

31All-time births

📅 Since 200300

What does Arbaaz mean and where does it come from?

Arbaaz is primarily of Arabic origin meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'. It is commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries and among South Asian communities in India, particularly within Muslim families. Notable people with this name include Arbaaz Khan, an Indian actor and film producer. The name sugge

Cultural significance

Arbaaz has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of brave, courageous.

Peak popularity

Reached #11361 in 2020 — currently #8304 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Arbaaz?

Arbaaz works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Arbaaz Grace

How popular is Arbaaz right now?

Falling — down 1005 spots — currently #8304 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#8304 · Top 6.1%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8304	9	▼ down 1005 · -18% births
2022	#7299	11	▲ up 916 · +22% births
2021	#8215	9	▲ up 3146 · +50% births
2020	#11361	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Arbaaz

Best Year2022Rank #7299

Peak Count11

Average Rank#8795

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Arbaaz

Arbaaz is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 31 total births recorded, Arbaaz remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11361 in 2020 to #8304 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Arbaaz in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Arbaaz by decade

Arbaaz peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	10
2010s ★	15
2020s	6

💎Arbaaz has only 31 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Arbaaz?

Common

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Famous people named Arbaaz

Arbaaz (Sufi mystic)

Arbaaz used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Arbaaz (Arab poet)

Arbaaz carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Arbaaz (Islamic scholar)

Arbaaz bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Arbaaz (Quranic figure)

Arbaaz appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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Common questions about the name Arbaaz

What does the name Arbaaz mean?

Arbaaz means "brave, courageous" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Arbaaz?

Arbaaz is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Arbaaz have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Arbaaz?

Arbaaz originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Arbaaz trending right now?

Arbaaz is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Arbaaz a common or rare name?

Arbaaz is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.