girl name · Sanskrit origin
Kavya
/ KAAV-yah /
Meaning
Kavya means Poetry, poem (Sanskrit).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
KAAV-yah
Popularity
#2393 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Kavya in the US, 1880–2025
Kavya first appears in US records in 1987. It peaked in 2012, when 106 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 75.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Kavya mean?
Kavya means “poetry” or “a poem” in Sanskrit.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kavya mean?
Kavya means Poetry, poem. Kavya means “poetry” or “a poem” in Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Kavya?
Kavya is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Kavya?
Kavya is pronounced “KAAV-yah.”
Is Kavya a boy or a girl name?
Kavya is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kavya?
In 2025, Kavya ranked #2393 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Kavya most popular?
Kavya was most popular in 2012, when about 106 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.