A star; the first drop of rain
In Sanskrit, Swathi refers to the fifteenth nakshatra (lunar mansion) in Hindu astrology, associated with the star Arcturus. It is traditionally interpreted as 'the independent one' or 'the first drop of rain' that falls into an oyster to create a pearl.
Less common today
Swathi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,575 in 1999.
Indian film actress and television presenter
Maharaja of Travancore and renowned composer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
