Gauri
Gauri first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2006, when 42 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Gauri popular?
Declining Gauri is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
| 2020s | 99 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 181 | |
| 2000s | 239 | |
| 1990s | 50 | |
| 1980s | 17 | |
| 1970s | 8 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Gauri mean?
From the Sanskrit गौरी (gaurī), 'fair, white, brilliant'. It is a classic epithet of the goddess Parvati, consort of Shiva, in her radiant form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gauri mean?
Gauri means Fair, radiant; a name of Parvati. From the Sanskrit गौरी (gaurī), 'fair, white, brilliant'. It is a classic epithet of the goddess Parvati, consort of Shiva, in her radiant form.
What is the origin of the name Gauri?
Gauri is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Gauri?
Gauri is pronounced “GOW-ree.”
Is Gauri a boy or a girl name?
Gauri is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Gauri a popular name right now?
Gauri is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
How popular is the name Gauri?
In 2025, Gauri ranked #7251 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Gauri most popular?
Gauri was most popular in 2006, when about 42 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Gauri?
Names similar to Gauri include Rani, Ishita, Nishka, Riddhi, Charvi.
What names go well with Gauri?
sanskrit names that pair well with Gauri include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.