Avni
Avni is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “The earth”.
| Meaning | The earth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अवनी |
| Pronunciation | UV-nee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Avni
Avni is a short form of Avani, Sanskrit for 'the earth'. It is particularly popular in Gujarat and North India and has become a fashionable choice among Indian families abroad because it is easy to spell and pronounce. Separately, Avni is a common Turkish and Albanian masculine name of different origin, so the same spelling exists in two unrelated traditions.
Is Avni a Hindu name?
Avni is a Hindu name for the earth, which Hindus revere as Bhumi Devi, the earth goddess.
How popular is Avni?
Popular in India and among Indian families in the UK and US.
Gifts with the name Avni
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Spellings and variants of Avni
Names similar to Avni
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Avni mean?
Avni means 'The earth'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Avni a Hindu name?
Avni is a Hindu name for the earth, which Hindus revere as Bhumi Devi, the earth goddess.
How do you pronounce Avni?
Avni is pronounced UV-nee.
Is Avni a boy or girl name?
Avni is usually a girl name.