Find out how popular the first name Revati has been for the last 1 years (from 2008 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Revati by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Revati is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Revati.

The history of the first name Revati

The name Revati has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient language of the Indian subcontinent. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "revati," which means "wealthy" or "prosperous." The name is believed to have been in use since the Vedic period, which spanned from approximately 1500 BCE to 600 BCE.

Revati is also the name of a celestial being in Hindu mythology, specifically one of the 27 daughters of the sage Daksha and the mind-born daughter of the Hindu god Brahma. In the Puranas, ancient Hindu texts, Revati is described as a beautiful and virtuous woman who became the wife of the moon god Chandra.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Revati can be found in the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, composed between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE. In this epic, Revati is mentioned as the name of a princess from the kingdom of Anga, who later became the wife of the legendary king Balarama.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Revati. One such figure was Revati Devi, a 10th-century queen of the Chandela dynasty, who ruled over the Khajuraho region in central India. She was known for her patronage of art and architecture, and many of the famous temples of Khajuraho were built during her reign.

Another notable Revati was Revati Patil, an Indian freedom fighter and social reformer from the early 20th century. She was actively involved in the Indian independence movement and worked towards promoting education and social welfare, particularly for women and underprivileged communities.

In more recent times, Revati Chawla was an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who made significant contributions to the field of Kathak, a major form of Indian classical dance. She was born in 1926 and received numerous honors and awards for her work, including the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.

Revati Bhardwaj was an Indian writer and journalist, born in 1928, who was known for her literary works and contributions to the field of journalism. She was the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Sahitya Akademi Award, for her novel "Itwari ki Awaz."

Lastly, Revati Laul is a contemporary Indian journalist and news anchor who has been associated with various news channels in India. She has covered major national and international events and has received recognition for her journalistic work.

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