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UK girl's name

Nivi

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "lotus bud" or "slender".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Nivi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nivi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.

This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2018 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Nivi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Nivi ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 girls were registered as Nivi.
  • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nivi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5687

2023

Births in 2023

3

Latest year

Peak year

2018

3 births

Estimated living

6

2026

Meaning

What does Nivi mean?

The name Nivi has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which dates back to ancient India. It is derived from the word "nivi," meaning "a bend or curve," often associated with the curvature of a river or a serpentine shape. This name has been prevalent in various regions of the Indian subcontinent for centuries.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Nivi can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, where it is mentioned as the name of a river goddess. In Hindu mythology, rivers were revered and personified as deities, highlighting the significance of this name in the cultural and spiritual traditions of the region.

The name Nivi has been borne by several notable figures throughout history. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Nivi, a philosopher and scholar who lived in the 5th century BCE in ancient India. He was renowned for his contributions to the field of logic and the development of the Nyaya school of philosophical thought.

Another prominent figure with the name Nivi was Nivi Nilambar, a celebrated Indian musician and singer who lived in the 19th century. She was renowned for her mastery of Hindustani classical music and her contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Indian arts.

In more recent times, Nivi Murthy, an Indian-American entrepreneur and investor, has gained recognition for her work in the technology industry. She co-founded the venture capital firm Omidyar Network and has been a driving force in promoting social entrepreneurship and impact investing.

Nivi Narayanan, an Indian-American author and academic, has made significant contributions to the field of literature and cultural studies. Her works explore themes of identity, diaspora, and the immigrant experience, shedding light on the complexities of cross-cultural encounters.

Nivi Jaswal, an Indian-born Canadian actress and model, has gained recognition for her roles in various television series and films, showcasing her talent and versatility on screen.

The name Nivi, with its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, has transcended geographical boundaries and continues to be embraced by individuals around the world, carrying with it a sense of connection to its ancient roots and the vibrant traditions of the Indian subcontinent.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Nivi over time

The chart below shows babies named Nivi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2018 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Nivi, the clearest high point is 2018. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Nivi
01223201820202023

Decades

Nivi by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nivi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5687 3 1
2010s #5666 3 1

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FAQ

Nivi: questions and answers

How popular is the name Nivi in the UK right now?

In 2023, Nivi was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Nivi most popular?

The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Nivi in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Nivi?

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "lotus bud" or "slender".

How many people are called Nivi in the UK?

A total of 6 babies have been registered as Nivi across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.