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Shanvi

शान्वीSHAHN-vee · One possible meaning is "brightness" or "splendor" in Sanskrit, though the etymology is debated.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,712
Babies named in 2025
40
Peak popularity
2020
2025 frequency
1 in 40,182 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2010

Rising since 2010, #3,712 for girls today.

Popularity of Shanvi since 2010

Babies named Shanvi per year in U.S. Social Security records.

15294420102020Most births 2017Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2010s235
2020s211

Meaning & origin

Shanvi is a modern Indian name that entered U.S. records in 2010, reflecting the growing diversity of names in the country. While its exact meaning in Sanskrit remains uncertain, it is generally associated with brightness or splendor. The name saw a steady rise in popularity through the 2010s and peaked in 2020. As of 2025, it ranks at 3,712, with about 1 in 40,182 baby girls receiving the name. Its top states include Washington, Texas, and California, areas with large South Asian communities. Shanvi's trajectory has been steadily rising since 2010, and it remains a fresh, contemporary choice within the Indian diaspora.

Shanvi is a modern Indian name likely derived from Sanskrit roots. It may be related to the word "śanvī" meaning "light" or "grace," though this connection is not firmly established. The name has gained popularity in India and the Indian diaspora since the 2010s, often chosen for its pleasing sound and contemporary feel.

Where Shanvi is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

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Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Shanu, Anvi

Variants: Shanvee

Sibling names for Shanvi

Names that share Shanvi's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Anvi, Diya, Ishita, Navya, Siya

Brothers: Aarav, Vihaan, Reyansh, Advik, Shaan

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Shanvi mean?
Shanvi is thought to mean "brightness" or "splendor" in Sanskrit, though its exact meaning is debated.
How popular is Shanvi?
Shanvi first appeared in U.S. records in 2010. As of 2025, it ranked 3,712 with 1 in 40,182 baby girls given that name. Its popularity peaked in 2020.
Is Shanvi a boy or girl name?
Shanvi is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.