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Himani

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Pronounced hih-MAH-nee /hɪˈmɑː.ni/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit Himani, 'snow; a mass of snow' — also a name of the goddess Parvati (linked to Himalaya, 'abode of snow'). A heritage name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A serene Sanskrit name: Himani means 'snow' — also a name of Parvati (said 'hih-MAH-nee'). Noted respectfully.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit Himani, 'snow; a mass of snow' — also a name of the goddess Parvati (linked to Himalaya, 'abode of snow'). A heritage name we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#11447 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2006
Total births (all-time)≈ 253

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200619972024

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

Himani comes from the Sanskrit for 'snow; a mass of snow,' and is a name of the goddess Parvati. It carries cool, mountain-serene beauty and a divine sense we note respectfully — used across India, rare in the U.S. (said 'hih-MAH-nee').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, more familiar in Indian families. Rare, serene, and heritage-rich.

Did you know? Himani is Sanskrit for 'snow' — and a name of the goddess Parvati, linked to the Himalaya ('abode of snow') — a serene heritage name we note respectfully (said 'hih-MAH-nee').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Himani — Sanskrit 'snow'; name of Parvati; noted respectfully

Variations

HimaaniHimaHimanshi

Nicknames

HimaMani

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Himani mean?

Himani is Sanskrit for 'snow' — also a name of the goddess Parvati, which we note respectfully.

How do you pronounce Himani?

It's said hih-MAH-nee /hɪˈmɑː.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Himani a boy or girl name?

Himani is a girl's name.

How popular is Himani?

Himani is a rare name in the U.S.

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