Avani
Avani: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Avani
- A female given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit अवनि (avani, “earth”).
How popular is Avani?
Since 1880, 4,246 girls and 57 boys in the U.S. have been named Avani (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #806 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #8996 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #806 for girls, with 347 babies given the name.
Names similar to Avani
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Avani FAQ
What does the name Avani mean?
A female given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit अवनि (avani, “earth”).
What is the origin of the name Avani?
Avani is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Avani?
Since 1880, 4,246 girls and 57 boys in the U.S. have been named Avani (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #806 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #8996 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #806 for girls, with 347 babies given the name.
Is Avani a boy or girl name?
Avani is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,246 girls and 57 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.