Rising since 2020, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Parthiv since 2002
Babies named Parthiv per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Parthiv entered U.S. records in 2002, making it a relatively recent addition among Hindu-origin names in the diaspora. Its peak in 2008 (rank 12,008) aligns with a period of increasing cultural visibility for Indian names. Since 2020, its usage has been rising slowly, reflecting sustained interest. With an estimated 1 in 341,615 boys receiving the name in 2025, it remains uncommon, appealing to families seeking a name with distinct Sanskrit roots and a dignified meaning tied to eloquence and the moon.
Parthiv (पार्थिव) is a Sanskrit name meaning 'belonging to the moon' or 'son of the earth.' It is derived from 'Parthiva,' related to Prithvi (earth) and also associated with the lunar deity Chandra. In Hindu tradition, Parthiv is considered a name for the moon god and is sometimes used as an epithet for Arjuna in the Mahabharata. Modern usage in India since the early 2000s appears primarily among Hindu families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Part, Parthu
Variants: Parthiv
Sibling names for Parthiv
Names that share Parthiv's style, for a brother or sister.
