Rising since 2000, #1,250 for girls today.
Popularity of Navi since 1999
Babies named Navi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 5 |
| 2000s | 120 | 23 |
| 2010s | 528 | 124 |
| 2020s | 924 | 307 |
Meaning & origin
Navi is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2000. As of 2025, it ranks 1250, with approximately 1 in 8979 newborns receiving the name. It reached its peak popularity in 2025, and has been rising steadily since 2000. The name is most common in Mississippi, Louisiana, and South Carolina. Its etymology is uncertain; it may be a variant of Naveen or Navia, or derive from a Sanskrit root meaning 'new'. While often associated with the fictional Na'vi from the 2009 film Avatar, this connection remains speculative and is not a verified origin. Navi is used as a unisex name, though it skews slightly female in recent data. Its simplicity and modern sound appeal to parents seeking a short, distinctive name.
Navi is a modern name that may derive from the Sanskrit word 'navya' meaning 'new' or 'young', or it could be a variant of names like Naveen or Navia. It has gained attention in the United States since the early 2000s, possibly influenced by the 2009 film Avatar, where the Na'vi are the indigenous species. However, the direct connection is speculative and not firmly established.
Where Navi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nav, Vi
Sibling names for Navi
Names that share Navi's style, for a brother or sister.
