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Savani

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Pronounced sah-VAH-nee /sɑˈvɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit, linked to Shravan/Savan — the monsoon month — read 'of the rainy season'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Born of the monsoon: Savani draws on Sanskrit Savan, the rainy month — lush, green, and life-giving. A name like the first cool rains.

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Origin MediumSanskrit, Indian

MeaningFrom Sanskrit, linked to Shravan/Savan — the monsoon month — read 'of the rainy season'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#2348 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births78 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 169

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Savani is a Sanskrit-derived name linked to Savan/Shravan, the sacred monsoon month, read 'of the rains' (routes layered, which we note). It carries the lushness and renewal of the rainy season.

In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare, monsoon-toned at the root, and verdant.

Did you know? Savan (Shravan) is the monsoon month sacred across India — Savani evokes its renewing rains, festivals, and verdant fields.

Overall data confidence 60%

Sanskrit references — Shravan/Savan — routes layered

Variations

SawaniShravaniSavni

Nicknames

Savi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Savani mean?

Savani links to Sanskrit Savan/Shravan, the monsoon month — 'of the rains'; routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Savani?

It's said sah-VAH-nee /sɑˈvɑ.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Savani a boy or girl name?

Savani is a girl's name.

How popular is Savani?

Savani is a rare name in the U.S.