NAME PROFILE
Arav
Derived from the word for the viburnum tree or a term for a gentle embrace; it signifies a person who is naturally affectionate, grounded, and possesses a nurturing spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 958 |
| Gender | Male (41% / 59%) |
| Peak year | 2008 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 2002 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | French, Romanian |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 41%NJ — 24%IL — 13%NY — 11%TX — 11%
Notable People
Calin Peter Netzer (Film Director, Child's Pose) · Călin Popescu-Tăriceanu (Politician, Prime Minister of Romania) · Calin Rovinescu (Executive, Air Canada CEO) · Calin Gologan (Engineer, Elektra One designer) · Călin Georgescu (Scientist, UN Sustainable Development expert)
Nicknames & Diminutives
CalCali
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