Holding steady, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Prithvi since 1996
Babies named Prithvi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 144 |
| 2010s | 136 |
| 2020s | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Prithvi entered U.S. naming records in 1996, a relatively recent arrival compared to many traditional Sanskrit names. Its peak year came in 2009, when the name saw its highest usage. As of 2025, the name ranks 6143, with roughly 1 in every 122,005 boys receiving the name. The trajectory has remained stable, indicating steady but modest interest. The name's roots in Hindu mythology and its literal meaning of 'earth' give it a grounded, elemental appeal. Though primarily used by Indian-American families, Prithvi fits a broader trend of culturally significant names entering mainstream awareness.
Prithvi derives from Sanskrit पृथ्वी (pṛthvī), meaning 'earth' or 'wide, broad.' In Hindu mythology, Prithvi is the goddess of the earth, often paired with the sky god Dyaus. The name has been used in India for centuries and has gained some usage in the West since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Prith, Vee
Variants: Prithvee, Prithvika
Sibling names for Prithvi
Names that share Prithvi's style, for a brother or sister.
