Meaning and Etymology
According to Behind the Name, Nirav derives from the Sanskrit नीरव (nīrava) meaning “quiet, silent”[1]. Wikipedia also records the meaning as “quiet or calm”[2].
Origin and Language Usage
The name originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo‑Aryan language of India[1][2]. Modern usage is documented among Gujarati, Marathi, Bengali, Punjabi and Malayalam speakers, as noted by Wikipedia and NamePlay.org[2][3].
Pronunciation
No source‑provided pronunciation guide was found.
Spellings and Variants
The primary Roman spelling is Nirav. A common variant is Neerav[2][3]. Native scripts include Gujarati નીરવ and Marathi नीरव[1].
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nirav mean?
Nirav means “quiet” or “silent” in Sanskrit, with some sources also noting a sense of calm.[1][2]
In which Indian languages is Nirav used?
The name is documented among speakers of Gujarati, Marathi, Bengali, Punjabi and Malayalam, as well as in Sanskrit contexts.[2][3]
Is Nirav a male or female name?
All cited sources list Nirav as a masculine name used for boys.[5][4]
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References
Follow the sources to explore the evidence and context behind this article.
- Meaning, origin and history of the name Nirav - Behind the Name; https://www.behindthename.com/name/nirav
- Nirav; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirav
- Nirav or Neerav? 2 ways to spell Nirav | NamePlay.org; https://nameplay.org/ways-to-spell-Nirav
- Nirav: Popularity, Statistics & Name Meaning | First Name Report; https://www.pokemyname.com/firstname_6153_nirav.htm
- Nirav; https://babynames.com/name/nirav