Nandi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAN-dee / /ˈnændi/African; Sanskrit
Meaning
African: Sweet; Sanskrit: Bliss
Historical & Cultural Background
In African cultures, Nandi is often associated with sweetness and is sometimes used as a term of endearment. In Hindu mythology, Nandi is the name of the bull that serves as the vehicle of Lord Shiva, symbolizing strength and devotion. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its positive connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Nandi has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nandee
- Nandita
International Variants
- Nandi (Swahili); Nandini (Sanskrit)
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nandi was first seen in the United States in 1971. Nandi has ranked as high as #1173 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Florida, New York, Georgia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Nandi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nandi (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 54 |
| 1992 | 52 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 9 |