Dhruv
boy name#1097 in 2025Dhruv entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #997 in 2019, ranks #1097 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1987–2025
#1097
rank today
#997
peak (2019)
195
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5672 |
| 1990s | #3257 |
| 2000s | #1228 |
| 2010s | #1125 |
| 2020s | #1096 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dhruv has been most popular in CA, TX, NJ.
Living bearers
About 4,400 people named Dhruv are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dhruv is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dhruv in 2025?
- Dhruv ranks #1097 among US boy names in 2025, with 195 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dhruv most popular?
- Dhruv peaked in 2019, reaching #997 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dhruv with classmates?
- Dhruv will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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