Rajiv
Rajiv: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Rajiv
- A male given name from Sanskrit of Indian usage.
Etymology
From Sanskrit राजीव (rājīva), via various Indian languages. The name means 'lotus flower' in Hindi. In Sanskrit, the word means 'Sri Krishna'.
How popular is Rajiv?
Since 1880, 820 boys in the U.S. have been named Rajiv. Its highest rank for boys was #1238 in 1985. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Rajiv
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Sibling name ideas for Rajiv
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Rajiv FAQ
What does the name Rajiv mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit of Indian usage. From Sanskrit राजीव (rājīva), via various Indian languages. The name means 'lotus flower' in Hindi. In Sanskrit, the word means 'Sri Krishna'.
What is the origin of the name Rajiv?
Rajiv is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Rajiv?
Since 1880, 820 boys in the U.S. have been named Rajiv. Its highest rank for boys was #1238 in 1985. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Rajiv a boy or girl name?
Rajiv is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 820 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.