Pavitra
Meaningpure · Sanskrit
Pavitra is an Indian girl name meaning “pure”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Pavitra has the name Avi hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Pavitra would score 12 points, thanks largely to the V (worth 4).
- GenerationPavitra peaked in 2011, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Pavitra you'd meet today is about 14 years old.
- HistoryPavitra first shows up in US birth records in 2011, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million girls, 2011–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Pavitra
Pavitra is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “pure”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Pavitra
What does the name Pavitra mean?
Pavitra means “pure” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Catalina (“possibly pure”), Katherine (“possibly pure”), Catherine (“possibly pure”) and Katalina (“pure”).
What is the origin of the name Pavitra?
Pavitra is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Pavitra a boy or girl name?
Pavitra is a girl name.
How popular is the name Pavitra?
Pavitra is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2011. It peaked at #14,824 in 2011, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Pavitra?
If you like Pavitra, you might also like Catalina, Katherine, Catherine and Katalina.
What should I know before naming my baby Pavitra?
Pavitra is an Indian girl name meaning “pure”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.