Giri
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Giri
Giri is a Sanskrit word meaning "mountain" or "hill," derived from the root gir- in ancient Indo-European languages.
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Etymology
Giri is a Sanskrit word meaning "mountain" or "hill," derived from the root gir- in ancient Indo-European languages. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures, particularly in India and Nepal, where mountains hold spiritual significance in religious philosophy and mythology.
Giri currently ranks #962 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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