Rising since 2000, #4,758 for girls today.
Popularity of Pranavi since 2000
Babies named Pranavi per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Pranavi's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 187 |
| 2010s | 243 |
| 2020s | 122 |
Meaning & origin
Pranavi is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin that entered U.S. records in 2000 and has been steadily rising in use. It reached its peak rank of 4,758 in 2023, with approximately 1 in every 57,402 girls receiving the name that year. The name is most common in California, reflecting its popularity among Indian-American communities. While still uncommon nationally, its upward trajectory since 2000 suggests growing awareness and appreciation for this melodic, culturally rich name.
Pranavi is derived from the Sanskrit word प्रणवी (praṇavī), which is associated with the sacred syllable 'Om' and connotes love or affection. The name has been traditionally used in Hindu families, particularly in South India, and gained moderate popularity in the United States starting in the early 2000s.
Where Pranavi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Pranavi” around the world
Where Pranavi lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pran, Navu, Anvi
Variants: Pranavi, Pranavee
Sibling names for Pranavi
Names that share Pranavi's style, for a brother or sister.
