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Eklavya

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Pronounced ek-LUV-yuh /ɛkˈlʌv.jə/Medium

Meaning: Eklavya (Ekalavya) is the name of a celebrated self-taught archer in the Sanskrit epic the Mahabharata, remembered for his devotion and sacrifice. The name carries Sanskrit and Indian heritage and is noted here respectfully.Medium

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Origin MediumSanskrit, Indian

MeaningEklavya (Ekalavya) is the name of a celebrated self-taught archer in the Sanskrit epic the Mahabharata, remembered for his devotion and sacrifice. The name carries Sanskrit and Indian heritage and is noted here respectfully.

U.S. rank (2024)#12794 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 15

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

Eklavya (Ekalavya) comes from the Sanskrit epic the Mahabharata, where he is a tribal prince and self-taught archer of legendary skill and loyalty. The name carries deep Indian heritage and is noted here with respect (said 'ek-LUV-yuh').

In the U.S. it is rare and reads as a heritage name. Rare, epic, and meaningful.

Did you know? Eklavya, in the Mahabharata, taught himself archery so skillfully he rivaled the greatest warriors — his story a byword for devotion and sacrifice, noted here respectfully (said 'ek-LUV-yuh').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Eklavya — Sanskrit; Mahabharata archer; Indian heritage

Variations

EkalavyaEklavaya

Nicknames

EkEklu

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Eklavya mean?

Eklavya is the name of a devoted, self-taught archer in the Sanskrit epic the Mahabharata, remembered for his loyalty and sacrifice.

How do you pronounce Eklavya?

It's said ek-LUV-yuh /ɛkˈlʌv.jə/ — three syllables, stress on the middle.

Is Eklavya a boy or girl name?

Eklavya is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Eklavya?

Eklavya is a rare name in the U.S.