The baby name Ekalavy is a Male name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced eh-kah-LAH-vee (IPA: /e.kəˈlɑː.vi/).
The baby name Ekalavy is a Male name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced eh-kah-LAH-vee (IPA: /e.kəˈlɑː.vi/).
Ekalavy is Indian, Sanskrit in Origin.
Rooted in Sanskrit and the Mahabharata, Ekalavy - more commonly spelled Ekalavya (एकलव्य) - names the legendary tribal prince famed for mastering archery through self-training and absolute devotion to his guru. The name therefore conveys devoted disciple, self-taught mastery, and steadfast dedication; it evokes excellence achieved through humility, discipline, and perseverance.
Usage centers in India and the diaspora, especially among Hindi- and Sanskrit-influenced communities, with broader pan-Indian adoption in recent decades. Traditionally masculine but sometimes used gender-neutrally, it appeals to families valuing scholarship and mentorship. Variants and spellings include Ekalavya (standard), Eklavya (Hindi simplification), Ekalavy/Eklavy (anglicized trims), and short forms such as Eka, Eku, or Lavy. The figure’s cultural resonance in literature, education initiatives, and popular discourse keeps the name current, making Ekalavy a symbolic choice for loyalty to mentors, lifelong learning, and quiet resilience.
Ekalavy is exceptionally rare. Our whole dataset turns up only 1 recorded use, across 1 country.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,039 | 1 | 16,750 |
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