New, fresh, or youthful
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'nava', meaning new. It is a modern Indian name that signifies freshness, beginnings, and a youthful spirit. While rare in the United States, it has gained some recognition through contemporary literature.
Less common today
Navani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,573 in 2025.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
