Girl • Traditional Tamil
Pallavi
பல்லவி
Signature Meaning
Pallavi is a feminine name meaning “new leaf” or “bud,” suggesting growth, freshness, and renewal. It comes from classical Indian usage and is common in South India, including Tamil-speaking communities. In Indian classical music, pallavi also names the thematic opening line of a composition, adding artistic and lyrical associations. The name conveys beginnings, creativity, and gentle vitality.
Quick Facts
Gender👧 Girl
OriginSanskrit
Style / Category
TraditionalNatureArtLove
Starts withப / P
Syllables3 syllables
NumerologyNumerology is a traditional number-based interpretation. Use it as cultural guidance, not as a rule.
1· Destiny Path
Pronunciation Guide
Say it likepal-LAH-vee
Tamil syllablesப-ல்-ல-வி
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./palːaʋi/
Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
PaallaaviPallaveePaallaaveePazhzhaviPazhzhaveePallawi