Luv

Luv is a concise, meaningful feminine name with roots in Sanskrit, where it means 'beauty' or 'grace.' In Hindi, 'luv' (sometimes spelled 'lav') represents love and affection. The name appears in Indian mythology as one of Lord Rama's twin sons in the epic Ramayana. Despite its brevity, Luv carries significant emotional and spiritual weight across various cultures. In Western contexts, its obvious connection to the English word 'love' gives it universal appeal and immediate emotional resonance. Though uncommon as a given name globally, Luv has been embraced by some Indian families seeking a name that bridges cultural traditions with universal positive connotations.

Luv is also given to boys, where it ranks #13168 in the US.

Pronounced LUV.

As of October 2026, Luv ranked #13168 for boys and #14245 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #7921 for boys in 2017 and #7597 for girls in 1970.