Dhruva is a Sanskrit name meaning "constant" or "steadfast"; it is also the Sanskrit name of the pole star. In Hindu scripture Dhruva is a boy prince whose unwavering devotion earns him a place in the sky as that star, which makes the name a symbol of determination. In the United States Dhruva is used by Indian American families; it peaked at number 2193 in 2019 and ranks number 2309 in 2025.