Dhruv

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Pronounced DROOV /druːv/High

Meaning: The Pole Star; unwavering; fixed; from Sanskrit dhruva (fixed, firm, unwavering) — the Pole Star's Sanskrit nameHigh

In 30 seconds: A Sanskrit name meaning 'Pole Star' or 'unwavering,' from dhruva (fixed, firm). In Hindu mythology, Prince Dhruva's unwavering devotion to Vishnu earned him the status of the celestial North Star — a story of steadfastness rewarded.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningThe Pole Star; unwavering; fixed; from Sanskrit dhruva (fixed, firm, unwavering) — the Pole Star's Sanskrit name

U.S. rank (2025)#1100 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births195 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,474

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Dhruv comes from Sanskrit dhruva (fixed, firm, constant), the same word used for the Pole Star (Dhruva Tara). In Hindu mythology, Prince Dhruva's meditative devotion led to his transformation into the North Star. The name signifies constancy and eternal stability.

Dhruv is widely used in South Asian communities. It ranked #1088 for boys in 2024.

Did you know? In the Bhagavata Purana, Prince Dhruva meditated with such devotion that Vishnu placed him in the heavens as the Pole Star — making him literally the fixed point around which all other stars revolve. The name Dhruv carries this astronomical and spiritual symbolism simultaneously.

Overall data confidence 94%

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Variations

DruvDhruva

Nicknames

Dru

Famous Bearers

★Prince Dhruva (mythology) (mythological)
Hindu mythological prince whose unwavering devotion to Vishnu led to his transformation into the Pole Star (Dhruva Tara), as told in the Bhagavata Purana.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dhruv mean?

Dhruv means 'Pole Star,' 'fixed,' or 'unwavering,' from Sanskrit dhruva. Prince Dhruva's devotion earned him the status of the North Star in Hindu mythology.

How do you pronounce Dhruv?

It's said DROOV — one syllable, rhyming with 'groove.'

Is Dhruv a boy or girl name?

Dhruv is used as a boys' name.

How popular is Dhruv?

Dhruv ranked #1088 for U.S. boys in 2024.