Dhruv
Dhruv first appears in US records in 1987. It peaked in 2019, when 210 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 195.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Dhruv popular?
Near its peak Dhruv is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2019.
| 2020s | 1,153 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,699 | |
| 2000s | 1,335 | |
| 1990s | 264 | |
| 1980s | 23 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Dhruv mean?
From the Sanskrit ध्रुव (dhruva), 'fixed, firm, immovable, constant'; also the name of the Pole Star and of the boy-devotee Dhruva in the Puranas, who became the unwavering North Star.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhruv mean?
Dhruv means Pole star; constant, steadfast. From the Sanskrit ध्रुव (dhruva), 'fixed, firm, immovable, constant'; also the name of the Pole Star and of the boy-devotee Dhruva in the Puranas, who became the unwavering North Star.
What is the origin of the name Dhruv?
Dhruv is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Dhruv?
Dhruv is pronounced “DHROOV.”
Is Dhruv a boy or a girl name?
Dhruv is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Dhruv a popular name right now?
Dhruv is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2019.
How popular is the name Dhruv?
In 2025, Dhruv ranked #1100 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Dhruv most popular?
Dhruv was most popular in 2019, when about 210 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Dhruv?
Names similar to Dhruv include Atharv, Aarush, Rishi, Pranav, Om.
What names go well with Dhruv?
sanskrit names that pair well with Dhruv include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.