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Naming a child is challenging, regardless of religion and culture. How about celebrating your baby's birth by picking from our collection of traditional Hindu baby names? Unlike other religions and cultures, names and even the naming ceremony are important in Sanatana Dharma. The priest considers several things, including the name of the ancestors, the stars of the child, and the deities, before zeroing in on the child's name. The search begins right after the birth of the child. The Hindu naming custom, firmly rooted in cultural, spiritual, and astrological importance, is crucial to a person's success. This custom is a symbolic rite to confer favors and influences the infant's future, not just about picking a lovely name. The 'Naamkaran' ceremony, customarily held on the twelfth day following the baby's birth, might vary depending on the community. The baby is officially introduced into society on this critical occasion, attended by family and close friends by whispering the baby's chosen name into their ears (1). Hindu names are designed to invoke blessings and uplifting energy each time they are said. As a result, many Hindu titles are inspired by supernatural beings, holy texts, the natural world, virtues, or other admirable qualities. For instance, names honoring the Hindu pantheon include Ganesha, Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Krishna (2). Given the language's hallowed position in the Hindu tradition, Sanskrit names are frequently used. These names, which carry deep connotations, are meant to uplift and direct the child throughout their existence. Hindu names frequently consist of a first name, a middle name (typically the father's or the family deity's name), and a surname that denotes the person's caste, occupation, or family history. Even though many Hindu parents nowadays look into shorter, easy-to-pronounce names, their spiritual and cultural meaning still plays a significant role in their decisions. The Hindu naming convention represents a lovely fusion of history and contemporary in this emerging trend. If you need clarification about what you could name your baby boy, we are here to help you. Below we present an extensive database of Hindu baby names. From traditional and old school to fashionable, our list has everything you can ask for. Also, check our latest and updated list of Indian baby names.
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  |  Boy | King of happiness; King of Bliss; Joy and Cheerful Ruler |
| | | Boy | Extreme Happiness; Joy; Delight; Cheer; Glad |
| | | Boy | Good smile; Contentment and peaceful; Happy and cheerful; Joyful |
| | |  Girl | A girl who loves smiling |
| | | Boy | Famous; Always Laughing; Always Happy and cheerful; Joyful |
| | | Boy | Means long-head; Name of powerful rakshasa warrior; Chief commander of Ravana's army of Lanka |
| | | Girl | Wellness |
| | | Boy | Bliss; Happiness; Ecstasy; Joy; Pleasure; Harmony |
| | | Boy | Famous; Always Laughing; Always Happy and cheerful; Joyful |
| | | Boy | Brave; Mighty; Strong; Courageous |
| | | Boy | Light to People; Brightness; Brilliance; Radiance |
| | | Girl | Fragnant flower; Sweet-smelling flower |
| | | Boy | Shining; Glowing; Brilliant; Radiant; Bright |
| | | Boy | Wisdom; Knowledge; One of many names of Goddess Saraswathi |
| | | Boy | Protector of Creatures; Defender of Creatures; Guardian of men |
| | | Boy | King of Men; Lord of Men; Lord of creatures; One of many names of Lord Brahma |
| | | Boy | Victorious; Successful; Triumph |
| | | Boy | King of Men; Lord of Men; Lord of creatures; One of many names of Lord Brahma |
| | | Boy | King of Men; Lord of Men; Lord of creatures; One of many names of Lord Brahma |
| | | Boy | Kind; Compassionate; Benevolent; Generous; Considerate; Empathetic |
| | | Boy | Kind; Compassionate; Benevolent; Generous; Considerate; Empathetic |
| | | Boy | Kind; Compassionate; Benevolent; Generous; Considerate; Empathetic; A variant of Prajit |
| | | Boy | Brightness; Shining; Radiant; Brilliant; Luminance |
| | | Boy | Silver |
| | | Boy | Brightness; Shining; Radiant; Brilliant; Luminance |
| | | Boy | Light; Brightness; Shining; Radiant; Brilliant; Luminance |
| | | Boy | Famous and Brave; Brilliant and Mighty; One who shines through his courage and bravery |
| | | Boy | Light of Lamp; Brightness; Brilliance and Radiance of Light |
| | | Boy | Imbued in the Light; Filled in brightness and brilliance |
| | | Boy | Intelligence; Knowledge; Wisdom; Brilliance; Brightness |
| | | Boy | Shape; Summit; Form; Nature |
| | | Boy | Nature; Environment; Life; Surroundings |
| | | Girl | Nature |
| | | Boy | The Kuru King who helped Yudhisthir to become king of Hastinapur |
| | | Boy | Handsome; Charming; Appealing; Attractive; Good-looking; Beautiful |
| | | Boy | Popular; Well-known; Renowned; Celebrity; Fame |
| | | Girl | Knowledge of truth; Wise; Intellectual; Brilliant |
| | | Girl | Woman; Lady; Beautiful and Wise Woman |
| | | Boy | Standard; Customary; Horse; A variant is Pramath |
| | | Boy | Horse |
| | | Boy | Master of accurate knowledge; Wise; Intelligent |
| | | Girl | One of Arjuna's wife; Wise and Intellectual Woman with great worldly knowledge |
| | | Boy | Consciousness |
| | | Girl | Wisdom; Knowledge; Learning; Brilliance; Intelligence |
| | | Boy | Delight; Happy; Cheerful; Joy; Glory |
| | | Boy | One of many names of Lord Vishnu signifying him as provider of happiness and delight |
| | | Boy | Intelligent; Brilliant; Knowledgeable; Wise |
| | | Girl | Organization |
| | | Boy | Namaskara; Salutation; Welcoming Gesture |
| | | Boy | Phonic sound for sacred syllable Om; To make a humming or droning sound |
| | |  Unisex | Blessed, divine, graceful |
| | | Girl | Divine Ritual; Prayer; worship; Spiritual Offering |
| | | Boy | Phonic sound for sacred syllable Om; To make a humming or droning sound |
| | | Girl | One of the many names of Goddess Parvathi |
| | | Boy | One of many names of Lord Muruga; A variant of name Pranav which is the phonic sound for sacred syllable Om |
| | | Boy | Love; Affection; Companionship; Friendship |
| | | Boy | One of many names referring to Lord Shiva |
| | | Boy | Humble; Polite; Kind; Benevolent; Requesting and Pleasing |
| | | Boy | Humble; Polite; Kind; Benevolent; Requesting and Pleasing; A variant of Praneet |
| | | Boy | Lord of life; God for living; Life |
| | | Boy | Lord of life; God for living; Life |
| | | Boy | Lord of life; God for living; Life |
| | | Boy | Leader; Ruler; Lord; Chief; Commander |
| | | Boy | Obedient; Dutiful; Loyal; Devoted |
| | | Boy | Full of Love; Affectionate; One who loves as dearly as his life |
| | | Girl | Spy; One who is attentive; Natural |
| | | Unisex | Life force or energy |
| | | Girl | Vital; Full of life |
| | | Unisex | Gift of life |
| | | Boy | God; One who is as dear as life; Modest; Simple; Straightforward |
| | | Boy | God; One who is as dear as life; Modest; Simple; Straightforward |
| | | Boy | God; One who is as dear as life; Modest; Simple; Straightforward |
| | | Boy | God; One who is as dear as life; Modest; Simple; Straightforward |
| | | Girl | Namaste mudra (gesture); Honest; Respectful |
| | | Boy | Center of attraction; One around whom life revolves |
| | | Boy | Lord of life, Husband; One who is loved as dearly as life |
| | | Boy | One who is full of life; One of many names of Lord Vishnu; A variant of Pranshu |
| | | Girl | Another name of Goddess Lakshmi |
| | | Boy | One who is full of life; One of many names of Lord Vishnu; A variant of Pranshu |
| | | Unisex | Vibrant and divine |
| | | Girl | Praised; Appreciated; Admired;Blessed |
| | | Girl | Advantage; One who benefits; One who is blessed with prosperity and blessings of God |
| | | Girl | Divine ritual; Prayer; worship; Spiritual offering |
| | | Boy | An offering made by God; A boon; Blessings; A Gift from God; |
| | | Boy | Purity; Gift from God; An offering made by God; A boon; Blessings |
| | | Boy | Tradition; A variant spelling of Prasanna; Happy and delighted |
| | | Boy | Victory of happiness; Success of joy; Triumph of delight |
| | | Boy | Happy; Delighted; Joyful; Glad; Cheerful |
| | | Boy | Calm; Peaceful; Pleased; Comforted; Thankful |
| | | Boy | Peaceful; Calm; Quiet; Serene; Tranquil; Still |
| | | Boy | Name of father of Draupad; One who is a blessing; A boon or offering made by God |
| | | Boy | Blessings; A gift from God; A Boon; Offering made by God; Blessed by God |
| | | Boy | Name of brother of Satrajit; One who is happy and delighted |
| | | Boy | Peaceful; Calm; Quiet; Serene; Tranquil; Still |
| | | Boy | Peaceful; Calm; Quiet; Serene; Tranquil; Still |
| | | Girl | Peace; Abode of peace; Abode of God |
| | | Boy | Lord's Shelter; Abode of the Lord; Refuge of God |
| | | Girl | Origin; Starting point; Beginning; Ancient time |
| | | Girl | Origin; Starting point; Beginning; Ancient time |
| | | Girl | another name of Goddess Lakshmi |
Hindu baby naming involves more than just selecting a name that sounds nice; it is an activity intricately tied to cultural, spiritual, and astrological significance. The naming ceremony, known as the Naamkaran ritual, is steeped in tradition and intended to bring blessings and good vibes. Hindu naming customs display a lovely fusion of history and modernity. The profound meanings these names hold continue to guide and encourage children throughout their lives.
Infographic: Exuberant Hindu Baby Names With Meanings
Hindu baby names are more than just labels; they are rooted in rich traditions and have spiritual meaning. The profound importance of the titles, which are frequently derived from celestial beings, sacred writings, and nature, lead and encourage the child throughout their life. We have compiled some of the most notable Hindu baby names in the following infographic, making it easier for you to choose one. Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the rarest Hindu name?
Among the uncommon Hindu names for boys, Aaban signifies 'name of the angel,' Devesh means 'Shiva,' Fakir implies 'a saintly person,' and Gangesh signifies 'Lord of the Ganges river.' For girls, rare names include Arshia meaning 'heavenly divine,' Dharmini meaning 'religious,' Gurinder meaning 'lord,' and Ishwin meaning 'one who praises the Lord.' These names stand out for their distinctive meanings and are rarely used by the Hindu community.
2. What are some of the Hindu girl names for prosperity?
Hindu girl names linked to prosperity and abundance include Lakshmi, named after the goddess of wealth, Aishwarya, meaning ‘wealth’ or ‘prosperity,’ Radha denoting ‘wealth’ or ‘success’ being the love of Lord Krishna and Samruddhi, signifying ‘prosperity’ or ‘abundance’ in Sanskrit.
3. What are some Hindu names that mean ‘lucky’?
In Hindu culture, the concept of luck or auspiciousness is often associated with various deities and qualities. While there is no definitive answer to what the luckiest name for a Hindu boy would be, here are a few names that are believed to bring good fortune. Named after the younger brother of Lord Rama, Lakshman is considered an embodiment of devotion and loyalty. Bhagesh, meaning ‘Lord of Richness,’ and Bhagyam, signifying ‘fortunate’ are Hindu boy names associated with blessings and prosperity.
4. What are some of the traditional naming conventions for Hindu babies?
Hindus often consult astrologers to determine an auspicious time and date for naming their baby. Many Hindu families follow a tradition of passing down family or ancestral names from one generation to the next. This helps maintain a sense of lineage and continuity within the family (3). Hindu names often have deep religious or spiritual meanings. They may be inspired by gods, goddesses, divine attributes, or religious scriptures like the Vedas, Mahabharata, or Ramayana.
5. How have Hindu baby names evolved over time?
In India, the naming tradition has been followed for a significant period. Factors like religion, culture, and family background play a vital role in naming a child. In the past, Indian names were often long yet powerful, while today's names tend to be short and distinct but lack strong religious significance. Modern names are easier to pronounce but may be perceived as having less value compared to their historical counterparts, which, although meaningful, were often challenging to pronounce and felt outdated.
References
- Namakaran (Naming ceremony).
https://www.sanatan.org/en/a/106382.html - What do Hindu names mean?
https://www.hinduamerican.org/blog/what-do-hindu-names-mean - Understanding Indian Names in Naming Conventions Discovery and Standardisation.
https://www.las.org.sg/wp/blog/bulletin/understanding-indian-names-in-naming-conventions-discovery-and-standardisation/
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