Arav, pronounced uh-RAHV, traces its roots to ancient Sanskrit, meaning "peaceful" or "calm," and evokes the serene whisper of dawn that can soothe even the most restless heart. Like a gentle breeze that carries the promise of midday siestas across sunlit plazas, it bridges continents—melding South Asian heritage with a dash of sabor latino—as its syllables roll off the tongue smoothly, like a paso doble in a quiet courtyard. Though only recently embraced by American parents, Arav has quietly claimed its spot among the top thousand; by 2024, eighteen newborns carried the name into their families, placing it at 906th in popularity and underscoring its steady ascent. Arav isn't one to shout from the rooftops—its appeal rests in quiet confidence, like the hush before a fiesta begins.
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