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Lahari

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Pronounced luh-HAH-ree /ləˈhɑː.ri/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit/Telugu lahari, 'wave; a surge; the flow of music or joy' — a lyrical name evoking rhythm and movement.Low

In 30 seconds: A lyrical Indian name: Lahari means 'wave; musical flow' (said 'luh-HAH-ree'). Flowing and joyful.
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Origin MediumSanskrit, Telugu
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit/Telugu lahari, 'wave; a surge; the flow of music or joy' — a lyrical name evoking rhythm and movement.
U.S. rank (2022)#12976 ↗ Rising
2022 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2006
Total births (all-time)≈ 128

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200620002022

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

Lahari, Sanskrit/Telugu for 'wave; musical flow,' carries a joyful, flowing grace. Rare in the U.S., familiar in Indian families (said 'luh-HAH-ree').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, mostly in Indian families. Rare, flowing, and joyful.

Did you know? Lahari comes from the Sanskrit/Telugu for 'wave; a surge; the flow of music or joy' — a lyrical name that evokes rhythm and movement (said 'luh-HAH-ree').
Overall data confidence 48%
References — Lahari — Sanskrit/Telugu 'wave; musical flow'

Variations

LehariLahiriLaharie

Nicknames

LahaHari

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lahari mean?

Lahari is Sanskrit/Telugu for 'wave; a surge; the flow of music or joy.'

How do you pronounce Lahari?

It's said luh-HAH-ree /ləˈhɑː.ri/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Lahari a boy or girl name?

Lahari is a girl's name.

How popular is Lahari?

Lahari is a very rare name in the U.S.

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