Kairav

“white lotus” — Symbolizes purity

India origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3085US 2023

40Births / yr

↑Rising

205All-time births

📅 Since 200700

What does Kairav mean and where does it come from?

Kairav (कैरव) has its roots in Sanskrit and is predominantly used in Indian and Nepali cultures. The name symbolizes purity, beauty, and spiritual awakening associated with the lotus flower, which grows in muddy waters yet blooms beautifully. This name is often given to boys and reflects a connectio

Cultural significance

Kairav has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of white lotus.

Peak popularity

Reached #2634 in 2020 — currently #3085 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kairav?

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

Kairav Grace

How popular is Kairav right now?

Rising fast — up 160 spots — currently #3085 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#3085 · Top 2.3%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3085	40	▲ up 160 · +8% births
2022	#3245	37	▼ down 358 · -14% births
2021	#2887	43	▼ down 253 · -10% births
2020	#2634	48	▲ up 3082 · +200% births
2015	#5716	16	▲ up 3892 · +100% births
2010	#9608	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kairav

Best Year2020Rank #2634

Peak Count48

Average Rank#4529

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Kairav

Kairav is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 205 total births recorded, Kairav remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9608 in 2010 to #3085 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kairav in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Kairav by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	15
2010s ★	142
2020s	48

💎Kairav has only 205 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kairav?

Common

KaiKairKairieKairyIrav

What names sound and feel like Kairav?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kairav also consider these

Airav

India · the one who

Mairav

English · A meaningful name

India · brilliant, radiant, sunlight

Gaurav

India · Pride, honor, or

Aarav

India · Peaceful, Ray, Hope

Common questions about the name Kairav

What does the name Kairav mean?

Kairav means "white lotus" — a name rooted in India 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 Kairav?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kairav?

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

Is Kairav trending right now?

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

Is Kairav a common or rare name?

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