Jahnavi

The first name Jahnavi has Indian roots. Translated, this name means 'the woman from the wide river' or alternatively 'the daughter of Jahnu', 'the daughter of the Ganges'.

What does the name Jahnavi mean?

Jahnavi is a female name that originates from India. It conveys the meaning 'the woman from the wide river' or 'the daughter of Jahnu', 'the daughter of the Ganges'. The origin of the name lies in Sanskrit, derived from the term jāhnavī (जाह्नवी), which stands for 'wide river' or 'great river' and is also used as a designation for the Ganges. Due to a legend about the sage Jahnu, the Indian river Ganges is also referred to as Jahnavi.

Where does the name Jahnavi come from?

The etymology of Jahnavi is rooted in Sanskrit and means 'the woman from the wide river'. The composition in Sanskrit is jāhnavī (जाह्नवी), which means 'wide river' or 'great river'. The name has its roots in the Indian language.

How do you pronounce Jahnavi?

Dschah-nah-vee

Popularity

In Germany, Jahnavi is considered a rare name. In 2020, it ranked 4,158th on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than ten times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 11,574th. The worldwide popularity and distribution of Jahnavi is also reflected in its recent rankings in various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Jahni

Famous people

• Janhvi Kapoor (Indian Actress)