Is Navneet a boy's or girl's name?

Navneet is primarily a girl's name. It is also used as a boy's name, with 28 recorded births.

When was Navneet most popular?

Navneet reached its peak popularity in 1992 with 15 births that year. It is currently ranked #14723 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Navneet?

Navneet is currently ranked #14723 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 260 babies since 1986.

Navneet

A Punjabi name gently fading from the charts.

Girl's name| Also boysPunjabiRising fast

#14723▲ 2552in 2024

Meaning & Origin

A unisex given name from Hindi.

Navneet is a girl's and boy's baby name of Punjabi origin, from Sanskrit roots meaning 'butter' or 'fresh butter' — specifically the freshly churned, pure butter that is a symbol of Krishna in Hindu mythology. The name evokes purity, nourishment, and divine sweetness.

In Sikh and Hindu tradition, fresh butter (navneet or navaneeta) is associated with Lord Krishna, who was known for stealing butter as a child. Naming a daughter Navneet connects her to this beloved, playful aspect of the divine.

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Popularity Over Time

Navneet was #9113 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #14723, but its charm endures.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Navneet
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	6	#14723	▼
2010s	34	#16890	▼
2000s	95	#12079	▼
1990s	110	#8344	▲
1980s	15	#9371	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(29 years, 1986–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Navneet
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	6	#14723	+1 (20.0%)
2019	5	#17275	0
2016	5	#18084	-2 (-28.6%)
2014	7	#14149	+2 (40.0%)
2013	5	#18487	-2 (-28.6%)
2012	7	#14582	+2 (40.0%)
2011	5	#18763	-3 (-37.5%)
2009	8	#13335	+1 (14.3%)
2008	7	#14947	0
2007	7	#15024	+2 (40.0%)
2006	5	#19202	-3 (-37.5%)
2005	8	#12683	-4 (-33.3%)
2004	12	#9113	-1 (-7.7%)
2003	13	#8342	-2 (-13.3%)
2002	15	#7335	+2 (15.4%)
2001	13	#8061	+6 (85.7%)
2000	7	#12752	-7 (-50.0%)
1999	14	#7124	+2 (16.7%)
1998	12	#7886	+2 (20.0%)
1997	10	#8823	0

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Navneet as a Boy's Name

While overwhelmingly a girl's name, Navneet has also been given to 28 boys in the U.S. since 1995.

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Total births

1995

Peak year

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Frequently Asked

Can Navneet be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Navneet is used for both boys and girls. As a girl's name, it currently ranks #14723. As a boy's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1986–2024) · Methodology