Rising since 2010, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Saanvika since 2010
Babies named Saanvika per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 129 |
| 2020s | 155 |
Meaning & origin
Saanvika is a Sanskrit feminine name tied to the goddess Lakshmi, meaning prosperity. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2010 and has been rising in use since, reaching its peak rank of 4,661 in 2025, when about 1 in 55,423 newborn girls received the name. Its trajectory has been consistently upward since 2010, and it is most popular in Texas, reflecting the distribution of Indian-American communities. The name fits a broader trend of traditional Indian names gaining visibility in the United States, alongside similar choices like Saanvi and Anika.
Saanvika is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the root 'san' meaning 'to obtain' or 'to bestow'. It is commonly interpreted as an epithet of the goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu deity of wealth and prosperity. The name has seen increasing use in South Indian communities, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, since the early 21st century.
Where Saanvika is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Saanvi, Saana, Vika
Variants: Saanvikaa, Sanvika
Sibling names for Saanvika
Names that share Saanvika's style, for a brother or sister.
