Everything about the name DHRUVA

Meaning, origin, history

Dhruva is a male given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "fixed" or "steadfast." It is derived from the Sanskrit word "dhruva," which translates to "constant" or "unwavering." In Hindu mythology, Dhruva was the son of King Uttanpad and his wife Suruchi. Due to a curse by his father's other wife, Suniti, Dhruva was abandoned as a baby but later became the pole star, also known as the North Star, which remains fixed in its position despite the Earth's rotation. As such, the name Dhruva is often associated with steadfastness and constancy.

See also

Hinduism

Popularity of the name DHRUVA since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The name Dhruva has seen a consistent increase in popularity over the past two decades in the United States. In 1997, there were only 5 recorded births with this unique name, but by 2023, that number had risen to 46 births. This represents a significant jump in usage and indicates a growing preference for this name among parents.

Over the years, we can observe a steady rise in popularity, with a few notable peaks. The year 2018 marked a turning point with 64 births, surpassing the previous record of 57 births from the year before. This trend continued into 2019 with another spike to 49 births.

However, it's worth noting that there was a slight dip in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic years. In 2020 and 2021, the number of Dhruva births dropped to 40 and 42 respectively, but this could be attributed to various factors including changes in naming trends due to the global situation.

Despite these fluctuations, the overall trend shows a consistent growth in popularity for the name Dhruva over the past two decades. With a total of 638 recorded births since 1997, it's clear that this name has carved out its own niche in the United States.