Rising since 1987, #1,097 for boys today.
Popularity of Dhruv since 1987
Babies named Dhruv per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 264 |
| 2000s | 1,335 |
| 2010s | 1,699 |
| 2020s | 1,153 |
Meaning & origin
Dhruv is a name of Sanskrit origin referencing the pole star, symbolizing constancy and devotion. First recorded in the U.S. in 1987, it has seen rising usage, peaking in 2019 (rank 1097 as of 2025, 1 in 8759 boys). Its trajectory shows steady growth over decades, with strong representation in states like Washington, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. The name carries deep cultural significance in Hindu tradition, where Dhruva is a revered figure, and has become a common choice among Indian-American families seeking a meaningful yet accessible name.
From Sanskrit ध्रुव (dhruva) meaning "fixed, firm, immovable," referring to the pole star. In Hindu mythology, Dhruva was a prince who became the pole star through his devotion. The name has been used in India for centuries and gained popularity among the Indian diaspora.
Where Dhruv is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Dhruv” around the world
Where Dhruv lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
17
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dhru, Dhruvi
Sibling names for Dhruv
Names that share Dhruv's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Aanya, Kavya, Riya, Sara, Anaya, Adhya, Anvitha, Aradhya, Artha, Jahnavi, Janvi, Laasya, Riddhi, Ridhi, Samhita, Siddhi, Vaishnavi, Aadhira, Aashritha, Avantika, Deeksha, Dhanvi, Dhriti, Dhruvi, Hansika, Harshini, Jhanvi, Nakshatra, Nethra, Nilani, Niyati, Rachana, Sanvika, Saumya, Sharanya, Soumya, Srishti, Tejal, Vedha, Samiksha, Thanvi, Ajaya, Akshaya, Anahat, Ashvika, Ashwika, Bhavika, Dhrithi, Hetal, Lahari, Mahathi, Prajna, Prakriti, Pranathi, Samanvitha, Sanskriti, Shambhavi, Sloka, Sreshta, Sudiksha, Tejasvi, Yazhini, Yuktha
Brothers: Aryan, Vihaan, Arjun, Rohan, Krishna, Nikhil, Abhiram, Agastya, Anirudh, Raghav, Reyansh, Samarth, Shaurya, Tejas, Aayansh, Adhvik, Adithya, Akshar, Arush, Ashvik, Chetan, Naksh, Ojas, Ranveer, Rishabh, Rithvik, Ritvik, Saketh, Shreyan, Vedansh, Aashrith, Advit, Arpan, Aryaman, Eashan, Eeshan, Havish, Hridhaan, Nakul, Nihal, Sarvesh, Sharvil, Shivaay, Shray, Taksh, Vaayu, Vansh, Vardaan, Chinmay, Aadith, Aarit, Akshath, Arihant, Avaneesh, Bhargav, Charvik, Devarsh, Dhanvin, Harshith, Keval, Medhansh, Parthiv, Rishikesh, Rushi, Ruthvik, Sankalp, Shivaan, Smaran, Srijan, Tanav, Tirth, Vedaant, Vidyuth, Vishruth, Vrishank, Yashas, Yugan
