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Boy names ending in “-av”

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67 boy names ending in “-av”, most popular first. A favourite ending in modern names: Aarav, Pranav, Keshav, Madhav, Gaurav.

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Nepali boy names ending with av, and what they mean

The -av ending is a favourite in modern Nepali names, and it appears in Aarav, Pranav, Keshav, Madhav and Gaurav. This page gathers all 67 boy names in our list that end in -av, each with its meaning and Devanagari spelling.

  1. A favourite modern ending

    Aarav, Pranav, Keshav, Madhav and Gaurav all share this ending, one that parents reach for when they want a name that sounds current.

  2. Names with a story

    Keshav means one with beautiful hair, a name of Krishna or Vishnu. Madhav means sweet as honey, and Raghav means descendant of Raghu, an epithet of Rama.

  3. Everyday words as names

    Some -av names come from ordinary words. Utsav means festival, Sulav means easily available, and Anubhav means experience.

Boy names ending in av with clear meanings

Start with the meanings, since several of these names sound alike. Saurav means fragrance or a sweet scent, and Gaurav means pride, honour and dignity. Keshav (केशव) means one with beautiful hair, a name of Krishna or Vishnu. Madhav (माधव) means sweet as honey. Sulav means easily available or accessible. Utsav (उत्सव) means festival or celebration, a warm choice for a child born into a joyful home. Rishav means best or excellent. Many of these are Hindu names ending in av, and most sit easily beside a family surname. Browse all boy names if you would like a wider choice.

Modern av names and older favourites

Some names with this ending feel new, while others have been used for generations. Abhinav means new, novel or fresh. Pranav (प्रणव) means the sacred syllable Om. Baibhav means grandeur, wealth and glory, and Anubhav means experience, or knowledge gained by doing. Uddhav is the name of Krishna's friend and devotee Uddhava. Biplav means revolution, and Raghav means descendant of Raghu, an epithet of Lord Rama. Biplav and Raghav carry an older weight, while Abhinav and Pranav feel new, so the ending suits either mood.

Tips for parents

  • Try a modern favourite such as Aarav or Pranav beside an older name like Raghav, and see which one suits your surname.
  • Saurav and Sourav are two spellings of the same name, both written सौरभ. Choose one and keep it the same on every document.
  • Read the full meaning before you decide, since several -av names are epithets of Krishna, Vishnu or Rama.
  • Use the rhyming names tool to hear how an -av name sounds next to a sibling's name.

Frequently asked questions

What are some Nepali boy names ending with av?

Saurav means fragrance, Gaurav means pride and honour, Keshav means one with beautiful hair, and Utsav means festival. Abhinav means new, and Pranav means the sacred syllable Om.

What does the av ending mean in a Nepali name?

The -av ending is a favourite in modern names, seen in Aarav, Pranav, Keshav, Madhav and Gaurav. Each name carries its own meaning, so read the full entry rather than expecting one shared sense from the ending.

Which av names are short and easy to say?

Sulav, Utsav and Pranav are short and plain. Gaurav, Saurav and Raghav are only a little longer. Say each one with your surname to hear which fits best.

Where can I find more boy names by their ending?

Our list of boy names ending in esh has a similar weight. Say a name from each list with your surname, and you will quickly hear which ending suits your family.