Rising since 2017, #4,857 for boys today.
Popularity of Kavir since 2014
Babies named Kavir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 84 |
| 2020s | 134 |
Meaning & origin
Kavir first appeared on the U.S. naming charts in 2014 and has been steadily rising in popularity, particularly since 2017. In 2025, the name ranked 4,857, with an incidence of about 1 in 85,404 male births. Its peak year so far was 2024. The name is most common in California, and while still uncommon overall, its upward trajectory suggests growing appeal among parents seeking a short, distinctive name with Sanskrit roots. Kavir's meaning of 'forest-dweller' gives it a natural, earthy quality, and its similarity to more familiar names like Kaveer may contribute to its gradual rise.
Kavir is a Sanskrit name meaning 'forest-dweller' or 'wild', derived from the root 'kavira' or 'kavya'. It is a name found in Hindu tradition, often associated with the wild and untamed aspects of nature. The name has been used in India for centuries but remains relatively rare in the West, where it is sometimes considered a variant of Kaveer or derived from Persian 'kavir' meaning desert.
Where Kavir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kavi, Kav
Variants: Kaveer, Kaveeran
Sibling names for Kavir
Names that share Kavir's style, for a brother or sister.
