"fair, white, brilliant"
Origin: Sanskrit gaura
Language: Sanskrit
Gauri
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A luminous Sanskrit name meaning the radiant goddess Parvati
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Sri Lankan
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"golden, radiant complexion"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Sanskrit
"goddess Parvati"
Origin: Sanskrit epithet
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The Story of Gauri
Gauri is a Sanskrit name meaning fair, white, or brilliant, derived from the Sanskrit root gaura (white, yellowish-white). It is one of the epithets of Parvati, the Hindu goddess of power, love, and devotion, who is described as having a radiant, golden complexion. The name Gauri is closely connected to the goddess because her name literally describes divine luminosity and purity.
Gauri has been a consistently popular name across India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka for centuries, deeply tied to Hindu religious tradition. It has gained some international visibility through prominent bearers like Gauri Khan, wife of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who has brought the name into lifestyle and entertainment media.
Gauri is one of the most important names in Hindu culture, being an epithet of Goddess Parvati. The Gauri festival (Hartalika Teej) is celebrated by Hindu women who fast and pray for the well-being of their husbands and families. Gauri Puja is also an important ritual in many Hindu households.
Historical Record
Gauri first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 579 babies have been named Gauri in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gauri is past its peak , currently ranked #5,792 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Gauri is one of 108 names (ashtottara shatanamavali) of the goddess Parvati in Hindu scripture
- The Gauri Shankar temple in Varanasi is one of the most sacred sites in Hinduism dedicated to Parvati and Shiva
- Gauri Khan, wife of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan, has made the name known internationally
Gauri in Other Languages
Hindi
गौरी
Tamil
கௌரி (Kauri)
Nepali
गौरी
Telugu
గౌరి
Sanskrit
गौरी (Gaurii)
Popularity Over Time
#5,792
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 2005
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Gauri
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Gauri Khan
Business
1970
Indian interior designer, film producer, and wife of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan
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Gauri Lankesh
Activist
1962
Indian journalist and activist who championed progressive causes before her assassination in 2017
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Gauri (Goddess Parvati)
Religious
Hindu goddess of power, love, and devotion, and consort of Lord Shiva, worshipped across South and Southeast Asia
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,792
- Total SSA Count
- 22
- Cultural Origins
- Indian Hindu Nepali Sri Lankan
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Gauru
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gauri
What does the name Gauri mean?
"fair, white, brilliant" (from Sanskrit gaura). "golden, radiant complexion" (from Sanskrit). "goddess Parvati" (from Sanskrit epithet). Gauri is a Sanskrit name meaning fair, white, or brilliant, derived from the Sanskrit root gaura (white, yellowish-white). It is one of the epithets of Parvati, the Hindu goddess of power, love, and devotion, who is described as having a radiant, golden complexion. The name Gauri is closely connected to the goddess because her name literally describes divine luminosity and purity.
What is the origin of the name Gauri?
Gauri has Sanskrit gaura, Sanskrit, Sanskrit epithet, Indian, Hindu, Nepali, and Sri Lankan origins. In Sanskrit gaura, it means "fair, white, brilliant". In Sanskrit, it means "golden, radiant complexion". In Sanskrit epithet, it means "goddess Parvati".
Is Gauri a boy or girl name?
Gauri is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Gauri?
Gauri is currently ranked #5792 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Gauri?
Common nicknames for Gauri include Gauru.
What are good middle names for Gauri?
Popular middle name pairings include Gauri Devi, Gauri Priya, Gauri Lakshmi, Gauri Meera, Gauri Ananya, and Gauri Shree.
What are good sibling names for Gauri?
Names that pair well with Gauri as siblings include Arjun, Krishna, Priya, Ananya, Shiva, and Parvati.
How many syllables does Gauri have?
Gauri has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Gauri a common or rare name?
Gauri is an uncommon name, ranked #5792 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Gauri
Gauri is a girl name with Indian, Hindu, Nepali, and Sri Lankan origins . The name means "fair, white, brilliant" in Sanskrit gaura .
Gauri is currently ranked #5,792 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Gauri has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Gauri include Gauru. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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