Bhargavi
A girl's name of Sanskrit origin with 30 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Bhargavi, you're looking at a name that fewer than 30 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The open, approachable ending gives Bhargavi a flowing quality that carries well in both casual and formal settings.
Bhargavi is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Bhargavi is a girl's baby name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'descending from Bhrigu' — an ancient Vedic sage. The name is also one of the epithets of Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Parvati in Hindu tradition.
Steeped in sacred meaning, Bhargavi is a deeply auspicious name in Indian culture, associated with divine grace, prosperity, and beauty. It is a meaningful choice for families honoring Hindu heritage.
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In the American context, Bhargavi is a girl's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (2000–2013). Its Sanskrit roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 30 total births, Bhargavi exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Bhargavi has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2000.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 24 | — |
The Story of Bhargavi
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2001, Bhargavi is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Bhargavi are most likely born between 2000 and 2011.
How rare is Bhargavi?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Bhargavi is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2000, peaked in the 2000s with 24 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(5 years, 2000–2013)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 6 | #14908 |
| 2009 | 7 | #13927 |
| 2008 | 5 | #17960 |
| 2001 | 7 | #12260 |
| 2000 | 5 | #15378 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2000–2013