Gorav
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Gorav
Gorav is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning "heavy," "dignified," or "weighty," with roots in the Sanskrit word "guruva" (गुरुव), which conveys qualities of gravity and importance.
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Etymology
Gorav is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning "heavy," "dignified," or "weighty," with roots in the Sanskrit word "guruva" (गुरुव), which conveys qualities of gravity and importance. The name is primarily used in Hindi-speaking regions of India and among Hindu communities, reflecting classical Sanskrit naming traditions prevalent in South Asian cultures.
Gorav currently ranks #1,963 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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