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Kairavi

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Pronounced kye-RAH-vee /kaɪˈrɑː.vi/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit kairavi, linked to kairava, 'a white lotus that opens by moonlight,' and by extension 'moonlight' itself. A poetic nature name rooted in classical Indian literature.Low

In 30 seconds: A poetic Sanskrit name: Kairavi means 'moonlight' or 'a night-blooming white lotus' (said 'kye-RAH-vee'). Gentle and classical.

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Origin MediumSanskrit

MeaningFrom the Sanskrit kairavi, linked to kairava, 'a white lotus that opens by moonlight,' and by extension 'moonlight' itself. A poetic nature name rooted in classical Indian literature.

U.S. rank (2024)#16349

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

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 5

History & Origin

Kairavi is Sanskrit for 'moonlight' or, more precisely, the white lotus that blooms by moonlight (kairava). It draws on classical Indian poetic imagery and remains a graceful, meaning-rich choice, rare in the U.S. (said 'kye-RAH-vee').

It appears only very rarely in 2025 U.S. birth data, mostly in Indian-heritage families. Rare, poetic, and moon-bright.

Did you know? Kairavi comes from the Sanskrit kairava, the white lotus that opens under moonlight, so the name carries both 'moonlight' and 'night-blooming lotus' in its roots -- a gentle, classical image (said 'kye-RAH-vee').

Overall data confidence 48%

References -- Kairavi — Sanskrit kairava, 'white lotus/moonlight'

Variations

KairaviKairviKaivari

Nicknames

KaiRavi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kairavi mean?

Kairavi is Sanskrit for 'moonlight,' tied to kairava, the white lotus that blooms by moonlight.

How do you pronounce Kairavi?

It's said kye-RAH-vee /kaɪˈrɑː.vi/ -- three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Kairavi a boy or girl name?

Kairavi is a girl's name.

How popular is Kairavi?

Kairavi is an extremely rare name in the U.S.