How Many People Are Named Bhavana?

Complete statistics for the name Bhavana: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Bhavana
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Bhavana means 'emotion' in Sanskrit, making it a deeply meaningful choice. Only 108 people named Bhavana live in the US today, which means 1 in 3,059,265 Americans share this rare name. The majority, 95%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~108
Living in US
1 in 3,059,265
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Emotion
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Sensitive Compassionate Thoughtful
22
Life Path Number

Life-path number 22 is often associated with leadership and vision, suggesting those named Bhavana might excel in roles requiring strong organizational skills and a visionary approach.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

77,612
Worldwide Bearers
#12,695
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
75,638
🇺🇸 United States
960
🇬🇧 England
300
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
289
🇿🇦 South Africa
106
🇨🇦 Canada
89
🇰🇼 Kuwait
38
🇹🇭 Thailand
29
🇦🇺 Australia
20
🇳🇿 New Zealand
17

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
108 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 23
104
Would be under 30 (95%)
5
Would be 30–60 (5%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 109 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
57
Classic Feel
20
Modern Appeal
90
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Bhavana Through the Generations

Bhavana saw its peak popularity in 2001 with 11 births, marking a high point in its adoption. Today, the name remains relatively stable, with most bearers falling within the under-30 age bracket. This generational skew suggests Bhavana is favored among younger parents, contributing to its status as a contemporary name.

⭐ Famous People Named Bhavana

Bhavana is a Sanskrit and Pali word (bhāvana) that means 'development' or 'cultivating' or 'producing'.…

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✨ Similar Names to Bhavana

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Bhavana's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Bhavana

How Many People Have the Name Bhavana?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 108 people in the United States currently share the name Bhavana. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,059,265 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Bhavana a Common or Rare Name?

Bhavana is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Bhavana Mean?

Bhavana means "emotion" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Bhavana in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Bhavana Most Popular?

The name Bhavana reached peak popularity in 2001, with 11 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Bhavana?

Approximately 108 people named Bhavana live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 109. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,059,265 Americans.

Is Bhavana a rare name?

Bhavana is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,059,265 Americans has this name.

What does the name Bhavana mean?

Bhavana means "emotion" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Bhavana more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Bhavana are male and 100% are female.

When was Bhavana most popular?

Bhavana peaked in 2001 with 11 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US108
All-Time Births109
1 in X1 in 3,059,265
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age23
Peak Year2001
World Rank#12,695
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.