Arhant is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word 'Arhat', which translates to 'worthy one' or 'noble one'. It is often used as a boys' name in India and other countries where Hinduism is prevalent. The name Arhant is typically associated with the teachings of Lord Buddha, who referred to his enlightened disciples as Arhat. In the context of Buddhism, Arhant signifies someone who has attained enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of rebirths.
The name Arhant had a notable resurgence recently, with seven births recorded in 2021 after a period of relative rarity between 2012 and 2022, during which it maintained consistent popularity with five births each year. Overall, there have been a total of twenty-two births bearing this name since 2012.