Prithvi
Meaningearth · Sanskrit
Prithvi is an Indian boy name meaning “earth”, 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 soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Prithvi would score 15 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationPrithvi peaked in 2009, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Prithvi you'd meet today is about 16 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Prithvi would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 121,951 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryPrithvi first shows up in US birth records in 1996, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 29 years since.
US births per million boys, 1996–2025
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About the name Prithvi
Prithvi is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “earth”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian boy names
- Unisex name: Makai · toward the sea
- Boy name: Arjun · bright, shining
- Boy name: Zain · beauty, grace
- Unisex name: Idris · possibly studious
- Boy name: Aarav · peaceful, calm
- Unisex name: Rohan · ascending
- Unisex name: Aryan · noble
- Boy name: Ishaan · lord, ruler
Questions about the name Prithvi
What does the name Prithvi mean?
Prithvi means “earth” and comes from Sanskrit. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Adam (“man, earth”), Adan (“of the earth”), Clay (“clay, earth”) and Adem (“earth”).
What is the origin of the name Prithvi?
Prithvi is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Prithvi a boy or girl name?
Prithvi is a boy name. In 2025, 14 US boys were named Prithvi.
How popular is the name Prithvi?
Prithvi ranked #6,143 for US boys in 2025, given to 14 babies. Its best year was 2009, when it reached #4,582. Over the last five years it has climbed 891 places.
What names are similar to Prithvi?
If you like Prithvi, you might also like Adam, Adan, Clay and Adem.
What should I know before naming my baby Prithvi?
Prithvi is an Indian boy name meaning “earth”, 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 soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.