Avani: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced uh-VAH-nee · 3 syllables
Avani means “earth”, from Indian.
Borrowed from Sanskrit (avani, “earth”).
- Meaning
- earth
- Origin
- Indian
- Pronunciation
- uh-VAH-nee
- US rank (2025)
- #805
- US babies a year
- about 344 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Avani?
Avani was the #805 name in the US in 2025, given to 347 babies. It’s rising: up 75% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #805 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Avani?
Half of US adults named Avani are older than 22; most are between 18 and 46. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Avani
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Ishani
- Aditi
- Tanvi
- Shreya
- Nandini
- Jaya
- Chavy
- Ananya
- Daya
- Sameera
- Alani
- Elani
- Lailani
- Laylani
- Avni
- Malaya
Questions about Avani
What does the name Avani mean?
Avani means “earth”. It comes from Indian.
How do you pronounce Avani?
Avani is pronounced uh-VAH-nee.
How popular is the name Avani?
Avani was the #805 name in the US in 2025, given to 347 babies. It’s rising: up 75% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Avani?
Half of US adults named Avani are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 46.