Savitri
Meaninga faithful wife of legend · Sanskrit
Savitri is an Indian girl name meaning “a faithful wife of legend”, 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: Savitri has the name Avi hiding inside it.
- GenerationSavitri peaked in 1979, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Savitri you'd meet today is about 46 years old.
- HistorySavitri first shows up in US birth records in 1979, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 46 years since.
US births per million girls, 1979–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Savitri
Savitri is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “a faithful wife of legend”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- Girl name: Maya · illusion
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- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
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- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Savitri
What does the name Savitri mean?
Savitri means “a faithful wife of legend” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Fidelia (“faithful”), Fidela (“faithful”), Nobue (“often faithful blessing”) and Nobuko (“often faithful child”).
What is the origin of the name Savitri?
Savitri 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 Savitri a boy or girl name?
Savitri is a girl name.
How popular is the name Savitri?
Savitri is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2000. It peaked at #10,210 in 1979, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Savitri?
If you like Savitri, you might also like Fidelia, Fidela, Nobue and Nobuko.
What should I know before naming my baby Savitri?
Savitri is an Indian girl name meaning “a faithful wife of legend”, 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.