1230 Indian Christian Baby Names With Meanings

Celebrating Christian faith and Indian heritage.

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Being the third largest religion in India, Indian Christian names are found all around the Indian subcontinent, suggesting its great influence. Historical evidence suggests that Christianity was introduced in India way before the British rule. Thomas the Apostle, who was one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ came to the Malabar region (now Kerela) in the first century CE (1). Thus, the history of Christianity in India is more ancient than the usual beliefs. Today, you can find several Christian names in India, among which some are of Biblical origin, while others are of varied roots and inspired by the names of Christian missionaries, evangelists, leaders, and martyrs.

Names like Ian meaning ‘God is gracious’ in Hebrew and Gracy meaning ’grace’ in Latin are some popular Indian Christian name with spiritual meanings. Similarly, Indian names, such as Karishma means ‘miracle’ in Hindi, and Jai means ‘victory’ in Sanskrit are also popular among the Christian community as they represent the integration of the Indian language with Christian elements. Our vast collection of Christian baby names in India encompasses names rooted in Biblical stories, to those representing spirituality and divine inspiration. So, dive into this treasure trove of names to find the perfect option for your precious one.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Lily	Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Karma	Girl	Fate; Destiny; Action
Aiyanna	Girl	Eternal blossom; Everlasting bloom; Beautiful flower; Clear; Revelation; Going; Fountain; Downy-bearded
Rami	Boy	Shooter; To be ambitious; Counsel; Protection; To come; Sheep; Night; Exalted; Mercy
Trisha	Unisex	Noble, beloved, strong
Esai	Boy	God is my salvation; Yahweh is salvation
Ria	Girl	To flow; Ground; Love; Beloved; Crimson pear; Joyful; Sweet; Free
Ajani	Boy	One we fought to possess; Noble birth
Kavya	Girl	Poetry in motion; A poem
Rina	Girl	Pure; Joy; Singing; Melted; White jasmine; Village; Greens; To revive; To be reinvigorated; Daytime; Queen; Peace

Agam	Boy	Lake; Unattainable
Ram	Boy	Pleasing; Charming; Exalted; Peace
Ena	Girl	Grain; Peace; Little fire; Gazelle
Malaiya	Girl	One who is calm and peaceful
Elleigh	Unisex	Derived from the name Ellie; God is my light
Kalix	Boy	To be praised; The cold river
Hari	Boy	Brown; Yellow; Tawny; Hindu god Vishnu; Lion; Horse; Monkey; To shine; Ruler of the home; High
Kayra	Girl	She who is a peaceful and unique Girl
Adrik	Boy	One who is from Hadria; Dark; Small mountain
Hani	Boy	Happy; Carefree; To move lightly; To touch

Ahna	Girl	Gracious; Favor; Daytime; First rays of the sun; Born during the day
Gracy	Girl	Graceful, charming, elegant
Cylis	Unisex	Wealthy; Beautiful
Makar	Boy	Blessed; Happy; Crocodile; Capricornus constellation
Adya	Girl	First power; Unrivalled; Beyond perception; Epithet of Goddess Kali and Lord Shiva; Serving Yahweh; To relinquish
Kareena	Girl	Dear; Little one
Yohaan	Boy	Gift from God
Arka	Boy	King of kings; Of Arcadia; Sun; Fire; Copper
Jaan	Boy	God is gracious; Life; From Hadria
Daman	Boy	Ruler; Controller; Subjugator; One who tames

Joshva	Boy	Funny
Kalyani	Girl	Beautiful; Auspicious
Viona	Girl	Violet flower; Pale-skinned beauty
Birdy	Girl	Birdlike; Bright
Agrim	Boy	Chief; Principal; Elder; Prosperity; Fortune; Person wearing a face mask
Yamilex	Girl	Beautiful and unique
Kannen	Boy	Lord Krishna; Black; Dark; Church official; Large reed
Diva	Girl	A divine person; Goddess; Beloved; Daytime
Kaavya	Girl	Poetry; Motion
Ariv	Boy	King of wisdom; Knowledge; Intelligence; Sun; Inspiration

Kallan	Girl	Powerful in the battle; Swampy area; Priest
Kateisha	Girl	Joy; From Kashmir
Hukam	Boy	Order; Command
Jag	Boy	To pack; Peddler; World; Universe
Raam	Boy	Pleasing; Window; Frame
Hamsika	Girl	Hindu Goddess Saraswathi
Abba	Boy	Father; Priest; Man
Chavi	Girl	Saviour
Bj	Unisex	Uncommon and uncommonly short
Chai	Boy	A lively person who is filled with joy; Flavored tea; Man; Victory; Ornamental hairpin

Kayaan	Boy	Name of the dynasty of king Kaikobad
Aleera	Girl	Noble, strong, and independent
Minda	Girl	Knowledge; Wisdom; Lovable; Dark-skinned; Bee
Karishma	Girl	Miracle
Romani	Unisex	Man from Rome
Kalita	Girl	To be known and understood
Anush	Boy	Sweet; Lovely; Nice; Pleasant morning; Star
Blesson	Unisex	A blessing or one who brings blessings
Gurvinder	Boy	Part of guru
Jakarious	Boy	One who is a pieceful friend

Gurvir	Boy	A person who can fight with evil for peace
Hamir	Boy	A Raga
Harjap	Boy	One who meditates upon god
Iaan	Boy	Gift of God; God's blessing
Jashun	Boy	A celebration
Divi	Girl	Beloved; Glorious; Sun-like glow
Jenish	Boy	God's grace is with us
Jonnie	Boy	Yahweh has given
Joban	Boy	Youth
Briyana	Girl	Strong and independent

Adri	Girl	From Hadria; Mountain; Stone; Cloud
Ruan	Boy	Sandalwood; Red; Ascending; Tall
Ginni	Girl	Precious gold coin
Anola	Unisex	Blackbird
Jadine	Girl	Strong; Independent; Confident
Ansu	Boy	Ray of light; Hope; Radiant beam of light; Glow; God
Ancil	Boy	Servant or attendant
Dishan	Boy	One with sacred knowledge; An ibex
Harveen	Girl	The Pleiades; Battle worthy; God is gracious
Hastin	Boy	Elephant

Kalyan	Boy	Beautiful; Blessed; Auspicious
Karm	Boy	Fate
Karman	Boy	The act of doing
Meriah	Girl	Joyful, exuberant, beloved
Kapil	Boy	Name of the sage
Jensy	Girl	Unique; Energetic; Compassionate
Tarra	Girl	Of the tower; Rocky hill; Star
Jeslin	Unisex	Gift of God; Blessing
Karandeep	Boy	The lamp of the grace
Pal	Boy	Small; Humble; Companion; Friend; Move; Protect

Mathan	Boy	Cupid; God of love; Bear; Churning
Kapish	Boy	Lord Hanuman
Jora	Unisex	Autumn rain
Brinda	Girl	The basil plant; Fire; Torch; Sword
Becki	Girl	Bound; Captivating; Abbreviation of Rebecca
Richa	Girl	Praise; Verse; Sacred text; Peaceful Ruler; Rich; Army commander; Kingdom's army; Mighty army
Kavitha	Girl	Rhyme to write poetry
Anu	Girl	Atom; Molecule; Grace; Favor; Heaven; Sky; Mercy
Beverlee	Girl	From the Beaver Meadow; Beaver Stream
Janisha	Girl	One who dispels ignorance; God is gracious

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Indian Christian names offer a unique blend of cultural roots with religious faith. From timeless Biblical names to Indian names carrying the spirit of Christian principles, these names represent the rich history of Christianity in India. Whether you’re looking for a name from Biblical scripture, those inspired by Christian leaders and missionaries, or names celebrating Christian values, this collection has it all. Each name is given with meanings and gender identity to help you choose the name that reflects your faith and gives your child a beautiful identity in Christ.

Infographic: Prominent Christian Names Used In India

Christianity has a great influence in India, which is evident in some Indian names. Instead of using Hindi or Sanskrit-originated names, many Indian Christian families prefer to choose Biblical or English names or Hindi variants of some Christian names. Look through the infographic below to find some prominent Christian names generally used by Indian Christians.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why do Indian Christians have Western names?

Indian Christian religion and naming conventions were greatly influenced by colonizers such as the Portuguese, Dutch, French, and British. As they converted to Christianity, they used baptismal names derived directly from the Bible, helping them gain a distinguishable identity from non-Christians (1).

2. How do regional Indian languages influence Christian names in India?

Christian names derived from the Bible have been nativized with the influence of regional languages for better comprehension and pronunciation by the local people. For instance, names like Abraham, George, Joseph, Mary, and Theresa have been localized as Avarachan, Varghese, Joppan, Mariamma, and Therthia, respectively (1). These names have also evolved to indicate one’s ancestry, from how names have been passed on from paternal grandparents to newborns.

References

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Crista Nalani Anderson; (2012); The Origins of Christian Society in Ancient India.
https://digitalcommons.lib.uconn.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1283&context=srhonors_theses
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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