Gauri
Gauri: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡaʊɹi/
Meaning and origin of Gauri
- A female given name from Sanskrit.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit गौरी (gaurī).
How popular is Gauri?
Since 1880, 594 girls in the U.S. have been named Gauri. Its highest rank for girls was #3609 in 2005. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Gauri FAQ
What does the name Gauri mean?
A female given name from Sanskrit. Borrowed from Sanskrit गौरी (gaurī).
What is the origin of the name Gauri?
Gauri is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Gauri?
Since 1880, 594 girls in the U.S. have been named Gauri. Its highest rank for girls was #3609 in 2005. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Gauri a boy or girl name?
Gauri is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 594 girls and 0 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.