Atharva – Origin, Meaning, Popularity & Significance

Gender: Male

Origin: Sanskrit

Meaning: Knowledge

Region: India

Atharva is a modern boy name rooted deeply in Indian culture. It is a Sanskrit-origin name derived from the word “Atharvan”. The name means “knowledge,” particularly “Knowledge of Atharva-veda”, one of the oldest religious Indian texts. It also refers to Lord Ganesha, the Bhagwan with an elephant head. The name is very popular in India and other parts of the world where Hindu communities reside. Atharv is a variation of this name. It is likely to give the baby a dignified and literary personality with a spiritual attachment to the Hindu faith.

Famous Personalities

• Atharva Vishwakrma is an Indian actor who started acting at the age of 4 years.
• Atharva Ankolekar is an Indian Under-19 cricket team player.

Historical Names