Saurav
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Saurav
Saurav is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning "easy to hear" or "melodious," stemming from the Sanskrit roots "su" (good/easy) and "rav" (sound/voice).
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Etymology
Saurav is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning "easy to hear" or "melodious," stemming from the Sanskrit roots "su" (good/easy) and "rav" (sound/voice). The name is predominantly used in Hindu and Indian cultures, particularly among Bengali and North Indian communities, with notable bearers including Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly.
Saurav currently ranks #11,897 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2004.
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