Charlotte Girl
SHAHR-luht
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Avani
GirlSanskrit, Hindi· “earth”
- Meaning
- earth
- Origin
- Sanskrit, Hindi
- Pronunciation
- uh-VAH-nee
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #806
- US babies 2025
- 339
- Best rank
- #806 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Avani
Avani is a Sanskrit and Hindi name that means “earth”.
Avani is a Sanskrit name meaning "earth," used in India and among Indian families abroad. In Sanskrit literature, avani is one of many words for the earth, often personified as a nurturing, life-giving presence. As a given name, Avani has a gentle, grounded meaning and a soft sound. Pronounced uh-VAH-nee, it is easy to say in English and resembles familiar names like Ava. Avi and Vani are possible nicknames. Avani suits parents who want a nature-inspired name with a spiritual resonance and a cross-cultural feel that is simple to spell.
Popularity over time
Avani first appears in US Social Security records in 1975. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 3 different years, starting in 2023. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #806, and its highest count, 339 babies. Use has grown 153% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #4,535 in 1980, #3,029 in 2000, #1,353 in 2010, and #806 in 2025. Of the 4,246 US girls named Avani since records began, 38% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 1,465 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Zainab, Elowen, Emiliana, Elouise, and Alianna.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Avani ranked highest in Georgia, Washington, and Massachusetts.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | #473 | 24 |
| Washington | #516 | 13 |
| Massachusetts | #527 | 10 |
| Connecticut | #546 | 5 |
| Arizona | #586 | 11 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 98% of US babies named Avani over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
Avani is usually pronounced uh-VAH-nee, with three syllables. It has five letters, starts with A and ends in “-ni”.
Middle names for Avani
A few middle names that flow with Avani: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Avani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Avani mean?
Avani is a Sanskrit and Hindi name that means “earth”.
What is the origin of the name Avani?
Avani has Sanskrit and Hindi roots. Avani is a Sanskrit name meaning "earth," used in India and among Indian families abroad.
Is Avani a popular name?
Yes. Avani ranked #806 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Avani a boy or girl name?
Avani is mainly a girl's name. About 98% of US babies named Avani over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
How do you pronounce Avani?
Avani is usually pronounced uh-VAH-nee. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings