Holding steady, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Kaveri since 1999
Babies named Kaveri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 50 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Kaveri is a name of Sanskrit origin tied to the sacred Kaveri River in South India. First recorded in the United States in 1999, it has remained stable in usage, with a peak in 2025 at rank 7,133. The name is relatively rare, occurring in about 1 in 107,151 births. Its consistent but low usage suggests a niche appeal, often among families with Indian heritage.
Kaveri is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the name of the Kaveri River in South India. In Hindu tradition, the river is considered sacred and personified as a goddess. The name has been used in India for centuries and gained some international usage in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kavi, Vee, Kav
Variants: Cauvery, Kavveri
Sibling names for Kaveri
Names that share Kaveri's style, for a brother or sister.
