Eastern; from the east
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Purva', this name literally translates to 'eastern' or 'from the east'. In Hindu philosophy and geography, the east is associated with the rising sun and new beginnings. It is also the name of a classical Indian raga, or musical mode, used in devotional music.
Less common today
Purvi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,003 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian journalist and multimedia producer
Indian television actress
