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Kashvi

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Pronounced KAHSH-vee /ˈkɑʃ.vi/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit, glossed 'shining, radiant' — also given as an epithet of the goddess LakshmiLow

In 30 seconds: Radiant and auspicious: Kashvi is a modern Indian name glossed 'shining', often linked to the goddess Lakshmi. Bright, blessed, and lovely.
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Origin MediumSanskrit, Indian
MeaningFrom Sanskrit, glossed 'shining, radiant' — also given as an epithet of the goddess Lakshmi
U.S. rank (2025)#3945 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births37 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 585

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320032025

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

Kashvi is a modern Indian name from Sanskrit, glossed 'shining, radiant', and often given as an epithet of the goddess Lakshmi (the precise root is debated, which we note). It carries light and good fortune.

In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare, radiant at the root, and auspicious.

Did you know? Kashvi is among the rising modern Indian names, often glossed 'radiant, shining' and given as an epithet of Lakshmi, goddess of prosperity.
Overall data confidence 62%
Indian given-name references — Kashvi — root debated

Variations

KaashviKashveeKashvik

Nicknames

Kash

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kashvi mean?

Kashvi is glossed 'shining, radiant' and linked to Lakshmi; the precise root is debated, so we note it.

How do you pronounce Kashvi?

It's said KAHSH-vee /ˈkɑʃ.vi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kashvi a boy or girl name?

Kashvi is a girl's name.

How popular is Kashvi?

Kashvi is a rare name in the U.S.

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