Praveen Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpruh-VEEN / prəˈviːnSanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: skilled; proficient
Historical & Cultural Background
Praveen is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. It is commonly used in various Indian cultures and is associated with qualities of skill and expertise. The name reflects a positive attribute, often given to boys to signify their potential for success and competence in various fields.
Trend Summary
The name Praveen has seen moderate popularity in India and among Indian communities worldwide.
Similar Names
Variants
- Praveen Kumar
- Praveen Raj
International Variants
- Pravin (Hindi)
Famous people named Praveen
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Fictional characters named Praveen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Praveen was first seen in the United States in 1970. Praveen has ranked as high as #1116 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Praveen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Praveen (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |