Holding steady, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Gargi since 1998
Babies named Gargi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 81 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Gargi is a name with deep roots in Indian philosophy, directly associated with the learned sage Gargi Vachaknavi. Since entering U.S. naming data in 1998, it has remained a rare but consistent choice, ranking 11,932 in 2025. Its popularity peaked in 2024, though the trajectory is stable, with 1 in 229,610 girls receiving the name. Gargi is not strongly tied to any particular U.S. state in the data, reflecting its niche cultural usage. As a name that honors intellectual tradition, it remains a meaningful but uncommon option for families with South Asian heritage.
Gargi comes from the Sanskrit root 'garg' (गर्ग), meaning 'one who sings praise' or 'a learned person'. In Hindu tradition, Gargi Vachaknavi was a revered female sage who debated the great philosopher Yajnavalkya. The name has been used in India for centuries, particularly among Brahmin families, and gained some modern usage outside India in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gargi, Garg
Variants: Gargi, Gargī
Sibling names for Gargi
Names that share Gargi's style, for a brother or sister.
