Rising since 2010, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Shambhavi since 2004
Babies named Shambhavi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Shambhavi is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin that entered U.S. birth records in 2004. As of 2025, it ranks 6,116 nationally, with a 1 in 84,593 incidence rate among baby girls. The name has been rising steadily since 2010, and its peak year so far is 2025, suggesting growing interest. Although it has not yet appeared among top states, its trajectory points to increasing recognition, likely driven by Hindu cultural heritage and the popularity of similar lyrical names. Shambhavi remains a rare but meaningful choice.
Shambhavi is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'Shambhu' (an epithet of the Hindu god Shiva, meaning 'benign' or 'auspicious'). The name therefore signifies 'belonging to Shambhu' or 'the auspicious one,' and is a common epithet for the goddess Parvati, Shiva's consort. It has long been used as a given name in India, especially within Hindu families, and has gained some usage in the diaspora since the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shambhu, Shambha, Bhavi
Sibling names for Shambhavi
Names that share Shambhavi's style, for a brother or sister.
