Declining since 2011, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Purvi since 1973
Babies named Purvi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 68 |
| 1980s | 76 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 38 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Purvi is a Sanskrit name meaning 'eastern', a directional name that evokes the east's association with sunrise and renewal. It first appears on the U.S. baby name charts in 1973, reflecting immigration patterns from India. Its peak popularity came in 1981, when it reached its highest rank. In recent years, its usage has been falling since 2011, and by 2025 it ranked 13,208th with an incidence of 1 in 267,878 births. The name remains culturally significant within Indian communities in the United States, though it has not crossed over into broader popularity.
Purvi is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'purva' meaning 'eastern' or 'first'. It is often associated with the direction east, which holds symbolic importance in Hindu culture as the direction of sunrise and new beginnings. The name has been used in India for centuries and remains common among Hindu families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Purv
Variants: Poorvi, Poorni
Sibling names for Purvi
Names that share Purvi's style, for a brother or sister.
