Aarav is a popular modern Indian boy name, deriving from Sanskrit. It means peaceful, calm, or melodious. It has gained significant popularity in India in recent decades and is often chosen for its pleasant sound and positive meaning. While most prevalent in India, it is also found among the Indian diaspora globally, including in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. There isn't a single globally famous historical figure named Aarav, but it is a widely recognized and cherished name in contemporary Indian culture.