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Madhavi

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Pronounced MAH-dhuh-vee /ˈmɑː.d̪ə.vi/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit Madhavi, 'honey-sweet; the spring creeper (Hiptage) that blooms in the season Madhava.' It also appears as an epithet linked to the goddess Lakshmi, noted respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A sweet spring name: Madhavi means 'honey-sweet; a springtime creeper' (said 'MAH-dhuh-vee'). Lyrical and blossoming.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit Madhavi, 'honey-sweet; the spring creeper (Hiptage) that blooms in the season Madhava.' It also appears as an epithet linked to the goddess Lakshmi, noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2022)#14631 ↗ Rising
2022 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1977
Total births (all-time)≈ 99

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197719702022

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

Madhavi comes from the Sanskrit for 'honey-sweet' and a springtime flowering vine; in tradition it is also an epithet tied to the goddess Lakshmi, which we note respectfully. Lyrical and rare in the U.S. (said 'MAH-dhuh-vee').

It appears rarely in the U.S., mostly in Indian families. Rare, sweet, and blossoming.

Did you know? Madhavi is Sanskrit for 'honey-sweet' and names a flowering spring creeper; it also appears as an epithet linked to the goddess Lakshmi — noted respectfully (said 'MAH-dhuh-vee').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Madhavi — Sanskrit 'honey-sweet; spring creeper'; epithet of Lakshmi

Variations

MadhviMadhavieMaadhavi

Nicknames

MadhuMavi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madhavi mean?

Madhavi is Sanskrit for 'honey-sweet' and a springtime flowering creeper; it is also an epithet linked to the goddess Lakshmi.

How do you pronounce Madhavi?

It's said MAH-dhuh-vee /ˈmɑː.d̪ə.vi/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Madhavi a boy or girl name?

Madhavi is a girl's name.

How popular is Madhavi?

Madhavi is a rare name in the U.S.

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