What is the meaning of the name Aarav?

Aarav, a Sanskrit name, carries the beautiful meanings of calm noise and peaceful melody, making it a popular choice for baby boys.

What are some Hindi baby names based on Hindu mythology?

Arjun, a Hindi name meaning white or clear, is inspired by Hindu mythology, where Arjuna was a courageous prince and skilled archer in the epic Mahabharata. Nandini, meaning daughter or delight, is an Indian name associated with the Goddess Parvati and represents her divine grace and beauty as one of her eight eternal companions.

What are some gender-neutral Hindi baby names?

Hindi baby names suitable for boys and girls may include Arya, meaning noble; Bhavya, meaning grand or magnificent; Gopi, meaning protector of livestock; and Harsha, meaning happiness.

What are some Hindi baby names inspired by nature?

Some Hindi baby names inspired by nature are Prithvi, meaning earth; Naina, meaning beautiful eyes; and Jalaj, meaning born or growing in water, and can also refer to a lotus.

What are some Hindi baby names that are easy to pronounce for non-Hindi speakers?

Some Hindi baby names that may be easier to pronounce for non-Hindi speakers are Aanya, meaning limitless; Arjun, meaning white or clear; Maya, meaning illusion or magic; and Rohan meaning ascending.

What are some Hindi baby names that are popular in both India and abroad?

Indo-American baby names for boys, such as Aarav (rustling sound), Dev (God), and Jai (victory), are trending. In contrast, Indo-American girl names like Aanya (limitless), Eesha (pure), and Disha (direction) are popular. Recently, other Hindi names have also gained international recognition, such as Aditi, Inaya, and Aarya being favorites for baby girls, and Shivansh and Dhruv being popular choices for Indian boys.

What are some Hindi baby names that have historical significance?

One popular historically significant name is Ashoka, meaning without sorrow and associated with Ashoka the Great, the third king of the Mauryan Empire known for the development of dhamma, a concept of pious social conduct (2). Another significant name is Indira, meaning beauty, and is associated with Indira Gandhi, India’s first and only woman Prime Minister (3).

What are some Hindi baby names that are inspired by colors?

Arjun meaning ‘white’ or ‘clear;’ Arun, meaning ‘reddish brown’ or ‘dawn;’ Harita, denoting ‘green;’ and Neelima, meaning ‘blue reflection’ or ‘dark blue’ are some Indian names inspired by colors.

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31 Hindi Baby Names with Meanings Dark

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Lila	Girl	Playful; Amusement; Dark beauty; Night
Dev	Unisex	God; Bee; Calf; Dark little one
Kiran	Boy	Sunrays; Beam of light; Dust; Thread; Black; Dark; Dark-haired
Deven	Unisex	Descendant of Damhán; Calf; Fawn; Little dark one; Lord of gods
Nila	Girl	Dark blue; Sapphire
Nilah	Girl	Water hyacinth; Moon; Dark blue; Indigo
Neela	Girl	Horn; Dark blue
Adrik	Boy	One who is from Hadria; Dark; Small mountain
Krishay	Boy	Black; Dark
Shyam	Boy	Dark blue; Black; Hindu god Krishna

Kaaliyah	Unisex	Dark kind of sandalwood; A dark snake living in Yamuna river; Exceeding
Kishan	Boy	Black; Dark
Shamala	Girl	Black; Dark; Blue
Kieryn	Girl	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Dark; Descendant of Ciarán; Ray of light
Nilam	Girl	Dark blue; Sapphire
Kedar	Boy	Strong; Meadow; Dark; Mountain
Pelin	Girl	Horse; Dark skinned; Wormwood; Absinthe
Neelam	Girl	Dark blue; Sapphire
Nishay	Girl	The night; Dark time
Asit	Boy	Unlimited; The planet; Dark; Black; Snake

Ghanshyam	Boy	Dark like a cloud
Rajani	Girl	Night; Dark one; Goddess Kali or Durga
Ransh	Boy	Lord Ram; Dark-colored or black; Night
Mohandas	Boy	Servant of Mohan; Dusky; Dark or shadowy
Neelima	Girl	Dark blue; Dark-colored
Neelu	Girl	Dark blue; Sapphire
Nilima	Girl	Dark blue
Nishesh	Boy	the Lord of dark; Night
Shamayla	Girl	A dark beauty
Sunila	Girl	Dark blue

Krishaan	Unisex	Black; Dark

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Hindi Baby Names with Meanings Dark(infographic)

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