Forward, moving ahead, or ancient city
In Sanskrit, Avanti means 'moving forward' or 'one who moves ahead.' It is also the name of an ancient Indian kingdom and its capital city (modern-day Ujjain), which was a major center for learning and commerce.
Less common today
Avanti isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,399 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian socialite and philanthropist
International fashion model
