Dhruv: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A steadfast name meaning the pole star, constant and true.
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #1049
- Peak
- #994 in 2019
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Dhruv Means
Dhruv is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. A steadfast name meaning the pole star, constant and true.
How Popular Dhruv Is
Dhruv currently ranks #1049 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #994 in 2019. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Dhruv
- At its most popular, Dhruv reached #994 in the U.S. in 2019.
- Dhruv is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Dhruv is a name with roots in ancient Sanskrit.
Names Like Dhruv
Other Sanskrit names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Dhruv
Sanskrit names that pair well as a brother or sister to Dhruv.
Questions About Dhruv
What does Dhruv mean?
Dhruv is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. A steadfast name meaning the pole star, constant and true.
How popular is Dhruv?
Dhruv currently ranks #1049 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #994 in 2019. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Dhruv come from?
Dhruv comes from Sanskrit roots. At its most popular, Dhruv reached #994 in the U.S. in 2019.
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