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Dhruva

♂ Boy

Pronounced DROO-uh /ˈd̪ʱɾu.ʋɐ/Medium

Meaning: Fixed, immovable, firm, stableMedium

In 30 seconds: Dhruva is a name from Hinduism meaning 'fixed, immovable, firm, stable.'
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Origin MediumHinduism
MeaningFixed, immovable, firm, stable
U.S. rank (2025)#2309 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births60 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 744

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919972025

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

Dhruva comes from Hindu tradition, where it means 'fixed, immovable, firm' — a sense of steadiness built into the name. The shorter form Dhruv carries the same root and meaning. The cluster of senses, all circling firmness and stability, gives the name a settled, dependable quality.

The opening 'Dhr-' sound is distinctive and rooted in Sanskrit pronunciation. Its meaning of immovability makes it a name about constancy.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Dhruva is 'fixed, immovable, firm, stable', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Dhruva — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

Dhruv

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dhruva mean?

Dhruva is usually explained as meaning 'fixed, immovable, firm, stable' and is most often linked with Hinduism tradition.

How do you pronounce Dhruva?

It's commonly said DROO-uh /ˈd̪ʱɾu.ʋɐ/.

Is Dhruva a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Dhruva is used as a boy name.

How popular is Dhruva?

In 2024, Dhruva ranked #2794 in the U.S. for boys, with 46 births recorded.

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