How do Indian girl names differ by region?

Indian girl names vary widely across regions, reflecting different cultural and linguistic influences. In North India, names influenced by Hindi and Punjabi cultures include Neha, meaning love, and Chandra, meaning moon. In South India, names influenced by Tamil and Telugu languages often highlight cultural values and virtues, such as Lavanya, meaning beauty, grace, and Padma, meaning lotus. Eastern Indian names, shaped by Bengali and Odia languages, include Aparajita, meaning unconquered, and Sujata, meaning well-born. In Western India, names influenced by Marathi and Gujarati cultures include Shreya, meaning superior, best, and Dipa, meaning lamp.

How to choose an Indian girl name based on astrology?

To choose an Indian girls name based on astrology, you will have to consult an astrologer to create a detailed birth chart. The astrologer will identify the baby’s nakshatra (lunar mansion), which dictates specific syllables begin the name. This alignment with the nakshatra is believed to positively influence the child’s destiny, ensuring a prosperous and harmonious life.

Can Indian girl names be short?

Yes, Indian girl names can be short. Short names are increasingly popular and carry significant meaning. For instance, names like Myra meaning ‘beloved’, Riya signifying ‘a female singer of great grace,’ Ayra meaning ‘noble or respected,’ Eni translating to ‘a black female deer,’ Hema denoting ‘dew drop, and Jaya meaning winner are concise yet rich in cultural and personal significance. These short names are easy to use, combining modern preferences with meaningful traditions.

Can Indian girl names be used internationally?

Yes, Indian girl names can be used internationally. Many Indian names are easy to pronounce and carry beautiful meanings, making them appealing across different cultures. Names such as Aisha, Laila, Maya, Samira, Veda, and Anika have ranked in the top 1000 baby names in the US for many years (1). Additionally, the trend towards unique and meaningful names makes Indian names a great choice for parents everywhere.

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70 Indian Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With V

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Veda	Girl	Knowledge; Wisdom
Vaeda	Unisex	Wisdom; Knowledge
Vega	Unisex	Meadow; Plain; Swooping eagle; Speed; Velocity; Quickness; Momentum; Dweller in the meadow; One who lives on the plain
Vamika	Girl	Goddess Parvati; The one who presides on the left
Vihana	Unisex	Morning; Dawn
Vishnu	Girl	All-pervasive; Hindu god of preservation and protection
Vibha	Girl	Light; Luster; Splendor; Shining; Bright
Varnika	Girl	Color; Pure; Writer
Vedika	Unisex	Knowledge; Sacred texts
Veeksha	Unisex	Vision; Knowledge

Venba	Unisex	Melody; Classical Tamil poetry; Tree
Varshini	Unisex	Rain; Rainy season
Vidya	Girl	Learning; Science; Knowledge; Correct knowledge; Goddess Saraswati
Vivika	Girl	Battle; Bright; Wisdom
Varsha	Girl	Rain
Vedhanth	Girl	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Vaishali	Girl	Great princess
Vaidehi	Girl	The princess of Videhas; Of Videhas
Varna	Girl	Color; Appearance; Form
Veena	Girl	Musical instrument; Lute

Varenya	Unisex	Desirable; Excellent
Vismaya	Unisex	Wonder or amazement
Viaana	Unisex	Full of life
Vriha	Unisex	Creative; Goddess of education
Vanshika	Girl	Lineage; Flute; Forest
Vidushi	Boy	A learned or wise woman
Vihaana	Unisex	Morning; Dawn
Vidhya	Boy	Knowledge; Learning
Viya	Unisex	Wealth; To give; Traverse
Varshika	Unisex	Rain; Annual

Vennela	Girl	Moonlight or moon glow
Vinaya	Girl	Humility; Modesty; Mildness; Discipline
Vinisha	Girl	Knowledge; Wisdom; Humble desire or love
Vrinda	Girl	Holy basil; Multitude; Ten hundred millions; Goddess Radha
Vishika	Girl	Star; Lamp
Vaibhavi	Girl	Glory; Might; Power
Vaiga	Unisex	Swooping eagle
Vriti	Unisex	Choosing; Concealing; Asking; A request; An enclosure; Surrounding
Vandana	Girl	Salutation; Worship; Commendation
Vainavi	Unisex	Flute; Bamboo worker

Vasudha	Girl	Earth; Producer of wealth
Vanishree	Girl	One of many names of Goddess Saraswathi signifying her form as holding the Veena
Vaijanti	Girl	Name of a mythical flower; token of victory
Vallabhi	Girl	One who is beloved
Vama	Girl	A lovely woman
Vapra	Girl	Garden bed
Vatsha	Girl	Calf; Daughter
Vibhuti	Girl	Great; Prosperous; Mighty; Welfare
Vipra	Girl	Priest; Thrilled; Inspired
Virani	Girl	The descendent

Vishali	Girl	Beautiful; Creative; Big-hearted
Vruddhi	Girl	Growth; Increase; Progress
Vrunda	Girl	Holy basil; Cluster; Multitude
Vasanta	Girl	Spring; Brilliant
Vatsala	Girl	Kind; Loving; Tender
Vidula	Girl	Wise; Skilled; Rattan plant
Vijayalakshmi	Girl	Goddess of victory
Vimala	Girl	Pure; Clean; Holy; White; Pure donation
Virali	Girl	One who is priceless; Rare; Valuable
Virika	Girl	Bravery; A brave woman

Vrishti	Girl	Rain
Vedangi	Girl	From the Vedas
Vedanti	Girl	Expert in philosophy; Knower of the Vedas
Vedashri	Girl	Knower of the Vedas; Manifestation of wisdom and prosperity
Vaani	Unisex	Voice; Speech; Wish; Desire; Accustomed
Vaanika	Unisex	Little wood; Groove
Varshita	Girl	To rain; Powerful
Varshitha	Girl	To rain; Prosperity; Powerful
Vidisha	Girl	The fertile land between two rivers
Vahini	Unisex	Lord Shiva; Flowing

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