Shivani
Shivani: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Shivani
- A female given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit शिवानी (śivānī).
How popular is Shivani?
Since 1880, 2,869 girls in the U.S. have been named Shivani. Its highest rank for girls was #1292 in 1995. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Shivani
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Shivani
Sister and brother names that share Shivani's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Shivani FAQ
What does the name Shivani mean?
A female given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit शिवानी (śivānī).
What is the origin of the name Shivani?
Shivani is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Shivani?
Since 1880, 2,869 girls in the U.S. have been named Shivani. Its highest rank for girls was #1292 in 1995. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Shivani a boy or girl name?
Shivani is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,869 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.