Unisex • Modern Tamil
Kavi
கவி
Signature Meaning
Kavi is a short Tamil name commonly understood to mean "poet" or "poetry." It evokes creativity, lyrical expression, and an affinity for words or music. The name is often chosen for its artistic and gentle connotations.
Quick Facts
Gender⚧ Unisex
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
Modern/ˈKɐʋI/
Starts with2 / K
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 10 → Root 1 (Sun / சூரியன்)
K(2) + A(1) + V(6) + I(1) = 10
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 16 → Root 7
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
7· Sun (சூரியன்)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likeKAH-vee
Tamil syllablesக-வி
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./ˈkɐʋi/
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
KaaviKaveeKaaveeKawiKaawiKawee