What are some popular Indian baby names?

In 2022, Aditi, Inaya, and Aarya emerged as the top three favorite Indian names for baby girls. Mohammad, Shivansh, and Dhruv were the favored Indian boy names of 2022, making them the most popular choices for parents.

What is the meaning of the name "Aarav"?

Aarav, a Sanskrit name, carries the beautiful meanings of ‘calm noise’ and ‘melodious music,’ 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 Mahabharata. Nandini, meaning ‘a woman who brings joy, is an Indian name associated with Hindu mythology, used to address Goddess Parvati and represent her divine grace and beauty through one of her eight eternal companions.

What are some gender-neutral Hindi baby names?

Some gender-neutral Hindi baby names are Shakti, meaning ‘power,’ Kiran, meaning ‘a ray of light,’ and Bhavya meaning ‘grand’ or ‘splendid.’

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

Some Hindi baby names that are easy to pronounce for non-Hindi speakers are Aanya meaning ‘limitless,’ Arjun meaning ‘white’ or ‘clear,’ Maya meaning ‘illusion,’ and Rohan meaning ‘ascending.’

What are some Indian baby names that have musical significance?

Hindi baby names like Swara, meaning ‘musical tone,’ Raag meaning ‘musical,’ Aarohi meaning ‘a music tone,’ and Geet meaning ‘song,’ have musical meanings. They are connected to music and represent different aspects of Indian musical culture.

What are some Indian baby names that have a strong connection to Indian history?

Ashoka, Bhagat, Akbar, Indira, Shivaji, and Subhash are Hindi baby names that hold historical significance, being linked to renowned figures and events in Indian history.

What are some Indian baby names that are inspired by Indian cities or landmarks?

The name Abu, meaning father, draws inspiration from Mt Abu in Rajasthan. Similarly, the masculine name Anand is also the name of a place in Gujarat. Additionally, the feminine names Ganga, Godavari, and Kabani have been derived from the names of prominent Indian rivers.

What are some Indian baby names that have a meaning related to strength or courage?

Veer, Sahas, Himmat, and Shakti are Indian baby names related to strength, valor, or courage.

How do Indian parents incorporate astrology and numerology into naming their children?

Indian parents often seek guidance from astrology and numerology when naming their children. They consider the childs birth chart, zodiac sign, and favorable planetary alignments to select a name believed to bring good luck and positive vibes to their childs life.

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236 Indian Baby Names with Meanings Brave

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Veer	Boy	A brave person; Hero; Warrior; To be powerful or valiant; To make a heroic effort; Faith; True
Mali	Girl	Jasmine; Industrious; Beloved; Bitter; Of Magdala; High tower; Vigorous; Brave; Ruler; Beautiful horse; The firstborn son; Strong; Queen
Avik	Boy	Brave; Might; Powerful; One with Strength of a Diamond; Good news
Aveer	Boy	Brave; Powerful; One who fights for peace
Abhay	Boy	Fearless; Brave; Secure
Rajveer	Boy	Brave king; The hero of the land; Kingdom's hero
Veera	Unisex	A strong and brave person; Faith
Ranveer	Boy	Hero of the battle; Brave warrior
Vir	Boy	Brave; Courageous; Hero; Powerful; Spear friendly
Viren	Boy	One who is the bravest; Leader of the heroes; Lord of warriors; Brave

Aavir	Unisex	Brave; Strong
Aryaveer	Boy	Noble warrior; A noble man who is brave and courageous
Rajvir	Boy	Brave king; Mighty king
Yashveer	Girl	Glorious; Brave
Ranbir	Boy	Brave warrior; Delightful man
Viransh	Boy	Courageous; Valiant; A brave part
Dharmik	Unisex	Religious; Spiritual; Law; Duty; Virtue; A name of Lord Ganesha; Sacred; Brave
Ranvir	Boy	Brave or courageous; Mighty Warrior; Hero of the battle
Antara	Girl	Within; Between; In the middle; Brave; Courageous; Fearless; Second section of a song
Tanveer	Unisex	Enlightening; Blossoming; Illuminating; Flowering; Brave from body; Strong from body

Manbir	Boy	He who has a brave heart
Harvir	Boy	Warrior of God; Brave Defendant for the Lord; One who is victorious over destruction; A variant of Harveer
Gurveer	Boy	Warrior of the Guru; Brave and Courageous defender of the Guru
Rish	Boy	Sage; Saint; Seeker of enlightenment; Brave ruler
Arshveer	Boy	Heavenly hero; Brave sage
Harveer	Boy	Warrior of God; Brave Defendant for the Lord; One who is victorious over destruction; A variant of Harvir
Manvir	Boy	One with a brave mind; Brave spirit
Thanvik	Unisex	Brave;Fortunate
Rajbir	Boy	Brave king
Theeran	Unisex	Brave; Wielder of the arrow

Veira	Unisex	A strong and brave person; Faith
Manveer	Girl	One with a brave mind; Brave spirit
Jasira	Unisex	To venture boldly; Brave
Ojasvi	Girl	Bright; Vibrant; Radiant; Cheerful; Brave; Possessing Energy
Abirami	Girl	Brave; Friendly; Beautiful; Pleasant
Aaryavir	Boy	Brave Man; Courageous person; Fearless man
Abhaijeet	Boy	Victory over Fear; Brave; Fearless
Abhayananda	Boy	Delighting in Fearlessness; Brave; Courage
Abhayda	Boy	Fearless and brave; courageous
Abhaysimha	Boy	As Fearless as a Lion; Symbol of Courage and brave

Abheek	Boy	Fearless; Brave; Courageous
Abhey	Boy	Fearless; Brave; Courageous
Abhinu	Boy	Brave Man; Fearless; Courageous
Abhiru	Boy	Not a Coward; Strong; Powerful; Fearless; Brave
Abhit	Boy	Fearless; Brave; Courageous
Akampit	Boy	One who has no fear; Brave
Anakh	Boy	Self-respect; Bravery; Courage; Valor; Splendor; Brave Spirit
Anantbir	Boy	Infinite brave; Eternal warrior; One whose braveness has no end
Aniruddhan	Boy	Courageous; one who is brave and has no obstacles
Ashanko	Boy	Fearless; Brave; Courageous; Valiant; Bold; Daring

Atamveer	Boy	Brave; Courageous; Strong; from the Soul
Avikrish	Boy	Coward; Not brave enough
Bachanbir	Boy	Brave promise; Promise of a warrior; A derivative from the name Bachan which means promise
Bahadar	Boy	One who is brave and courageous; Fearless
Bahador	Boy	Honorable; Brave; Courageous; Fearless
Bahadurjeet	Boy	Victory of the Brave and Courageous
Bahadurjit	Boy	Victory of the Brave and Courageous
Bahadurjot	Boy	Light of the Brave; Flame or Spirit of the Courageous
Bahudama	Boy	Suppressor of Many; Strong; Powerful; Mighty; Brave and Courageous; one who is victorious
Bahudhar	Boy	Honorable; Brave; Courageous; Fearless

Baira	Boy	Brave; Courageous; Fearless
Balabhadra	Boy	Powerful; Brave; Strong; Mighty
Balavira	Boy	Brave and Powerful; Courageous and Strong
Balbahadur	Boy	Mighty Brave; Powerful, Courageous and Strong
Balbeer	Boy	Brave and Powerful; Courageous and Strong
Balbhag	Boy	Fortunate and powerful; Brave; Strong; Courageous
Baldasarre	Boy	Brave One; Mighty; Courageous; Fearless
Balvan	Boy	Powerful and mighty; Strong and courageous; Brave and Intense
Balvant	Boy	Powerful; Strong; Full of might and courage; Brave
Balveer	Boy	Powerful; Strong; Full of Might and Courage; Brave Warrior

Balvindar	Boy	Powerful; Strong; Full of Might and Courage; Brave
Balvir	Boy	Powerful; Strong; Full of Might and Courage; Brave
Balwan	Boy	Powerful; Strong; Full of Might and Courage; Brave
Balwin	Boy	Powerful; Strong; Full of Might and Courage; Brave Protector
Bhagbir	Boy	Lucky; Brave; Fortunate; Well-destined and blessed
Bhagubalan	Boy	A Lion; Very Strong; Powerful; Mighty; Courageous; Brave
Bhavanbir	Boy	Pleasing; Brave; Source of strength
Bheemsen	Boy	Son of a brave man
Bhimsain	Boy	Brave; A Man of great size; Powerful; Mighty and courageous man
Bhimsen	Boy	Sons of a brave man

Birindar	Boy	The Brave God; Powerful and Mighty God
Chandavir	Boy	Very Brave; Courageous; A Buddhist Deity
Charanvir	Boy	One who is fast on Feet and Brave; A warrior serving God's Feet
Dabeet	Boy	Warrior; Brave and Courageous
Dahak	Boy	Destroyer; One who is brave and courageous to destroy evil
Dananvir	Boy	An extremely generous person; A brave, kind, and generous warrior
Danushith	Boy	Powerful; Strong; Brave and Courageous; Mighty
Dhairavnath	Boy	Brave Person; Courageous; Powerful and Mighty
Dhamavat	Boy	Owner of a House; Powerful; Strong; Mighty; Courageous and Brave
Dhramsingh	Boy	Lord of the Brave; God of power; Might and strength

Dhrishit	Boy	Courageous; Fearless; Heroic; Brave; Powerful; Mighty
Durbail	Boy	A Heroic Son; Valiant; Brave; Gallant; Laudable
Ekaveer	Boy	One King; One Emperor; One Ruler; One Leader; One Chief; Bravest of the Brave
Ekavir	Boy	Bravest of the Brave; One Leader; One Chief
Ekavira	Boy	Bravest of the Brave; One Leader; One Chief; Name of Lord Shiva's Child
Firnas	Boy	Powerful; Brave; Thick-necked lion; Mighty; Strong
Gajaadhar	Boy	One who can command an elephant; One who is powerful, brave, wise, and clever
Giaanveer	Boy	Divinely Knowledgeable and Brave Person; A warrior who is spiritually wise
Gunbir	Boy	Virtuous and brave; A brave and courageous warrior with virtues, righteousness, honor, good characteristics, and great qualities
Guruveer	Boy	Warrior of the Guru; Brave and Courageous defender of the Guru

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