Girl Name Indian · Sanskrit

Kavya

Pronunciation /KAVY-a/

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“poetic expression”

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6
The Nurturer
Keyword: Care
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GenderGirl
OriginSanskrit
Starting soundKa
Numerology6 · The Nurturer
Name-based RashiMithuna (Gemini)
Traditional gemstoneEmerald
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K → Mithuna (Gemini)
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Meaning of Kavya

Kavya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “poetry, literary work”.

Kavya's Style

Sanskrit Indian Timeless Medium Girl

Kavya at a Glance

Popularity
85/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
15/100
Pronunciation
88/100

Kavya is a very popular, easy to pronounce, widely familiar name with a balanced character.

Kavya Popularity Graph

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#60#79#982015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
Est. Position
~#60

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Kavya Name Profile

Meaningpoetic expression
OriginIndian · Sanskrit
GenderGirl Name
First LetterK
Letters5
Syllables2
Baby Name Generator Popularity Score85/100

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