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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875 Indian Baby Names Meaning, Starting With G

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Gurfateh	Boy	Victory of the Guru
Gracy	Girl	Graceful, charming, elegant
Gautham	Boy	Enlightened; Wise
Gargi	Girl	A learned woman
Gyan	Boy	Knowledge; Wisdom; Perception; Intelligence
Gurman	Boy	Hairy; Gourmet; Heart of the Guru
Gautam	Boy	Lord Buddha; A name of Lord Buddha; One who dispels darkness
Giani	Boy	God is gracious; God is kind; God is courteous
Gokul	Boy	The town where Lord Krishna was raised as a child
Gurbani	Unisex	Word of the Guru; Divine knowledge

Gagandeep	Boy	Light in the sky; Glorious flame in the sky; Heavenly lamp
Gurvinder	Boy	Part of guru
Giaan	Boy	Knowledge; One Having Exalted Divine Knowledge; Spiritual wisdom
Guhan	Boy	One of the many names of Lord Muruga
Ganesh	Boy	Lord of hordes; Hindu god of wisdom and good luck; Son of Lord Shiva and Parvati
Gaurik	Boy	Lord Ganesha; Son of Goddess Gauri or Parvati
Girish	Boy	God of mountains; Lord of the mountains; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Govind	Boy	Cow finder; Cowherd; Chief herdsman; A name of Lord Krishna
Gurveer	Boy	Warrior of the Guru; Brave and Courageous defender of the Guru
Gurvir	Boy	A person who can fight with evil for peace

Gurjas	Boy	Fame of lord; Fame of the Guru
Gurkirat	Boy	One who sings praises of the Guru
Gurnoor	Boy	'Pleasant face of God; Teacher; Light
Gurjit	Boy	Victory of Guru
Ginni	Girl	Precious gold coin
Gurinder	Boy	Lord; God; Teacher
Gayathri	Girl	A type of song or hymn; Knowledge; Mother of Vedas
Gita	Girl	Song; Divine melody; A sacred Hindu text
Gaurav	Boy	Honor; Pride; Respect; Dignity
Gopal	Boy	One of the names of Lord Shri Krishna; Cow protector

Gobind	Boy	Finder of cows; A cowherd; One who locates cattle; Preserver of the world
Govinda	Boy	Cow finder; Cowherd; Chief herdsman; A name of Lord Krishna
Garv	Boy	Proud; Symbol of pride; Superior
Guransh	Boy	Son of the gods
Garima	Girl	Dignity; Grace; Greatness
Gauri	Girl	Fair; White; One of the many names of Goddess Parvathi
Gayatri	Girl	A type of song or hymn; Knowledge; Mother of Vedas
Gurpreet	Girl	Love of the Guru; Love of the Teacher
Geethika	Unisex	Melodious song
Gazal	Unisex	Graceful, poetic, elegant

Gaurika	Girl	A young girl; Maiden
Ghena	Girl	A girl that wears jewellry
Geeta	Girl	Song; Sacred song or poem
Geetika	Girl	A short song
Gitanjali	Girl	Presenting songs in a devoted manner
Geetanjali	Girl	Devoted
Gyana	Girl	Full of knowledge
Ganesa	Girl	Goddess of wisdom
Gaalava	Boy	Kind of ebony; The Lordhra tree; Name of a rishi; A pupil of Vishvamitra
Gaayana	Boy	Music; Singing; One who has a sweet melodious voice and can sing well

Gabroo	Boy	Variant of Gabru; Young man; Proud
Gadaa	Boy	Weapon of Lord Hanuman; An irlace; Club; Sword of state
Gadaadhar	Boy	One who carries a Gadaa; One of many names of Lord Hanuman signifying his form carrying Gadaa
Gadadhar	Boy	One of Lord Chaitanya's Associates; One who wields the mace; One who has gadaa (club) as his weapon
Gadadhara	Boy	One who wields the mace; One who has gadaa (club) as his weapon
Gadambar	Boy	One who wields the mace; One who has gadaa (club) as his weapon
Gadhar	Boy	One of many names of Lord Narayan; A Bengali name for Lord Narayana
Gadhi	Boy	One who seeks knowledge; One who yearns for wisdom
Gadhija	Boy	One who is wise and knowledgeable; Another name for sage Visvamitra
Gadin	Boy	One of many names of Lord Krishna; One who is armed with a club; One who wields the mace

Gafur	Boy	Invincible; Unconquerable; Undefeatable
Gagan	Girl	Sky; Heavens above
Gaganachandra	Boy	The Moon in the sky; Bright and radiant like the Moon in the sky
Gaganadhvaja	Boy	Banner of the sky; The Sun; A cloud
Gaganakunda	Boy	Sky; Heaven; Paradise; Abode of God; Pool of the sky
Gaganavihaaree	Boy	Wandering in Heaven; One who is free to roam in Heaven
Gaganavihari	Boy	Wandering in Heaven; One who is free to roam in Heaven
Gaganchandra	Boy	The Moon in the sky; Bright and radiant like the Moon in the sky
Gagandeepak	Boy	Lamp of the sky; Light of the sky; Glorious flame of the sky
Gagandhwaj	Boy	Sun; Brightness of the sky; Radiant and glorious Sun in the sky

Gaganesh	Boy	One of many names of Lord Shiva signifying him as the supreme Lord of the sky
Gaganjot	Boy	Lamp of the sky; Light of the sky; Glorious flame of the sky
Gaganjyot	Boy	Lamp of the sky; Light of the sky; Glorious flame of the sky
Gagansindhu	Boy	Ocean of the sky; Ocean of heaven
Gaganvihari	Boy	One who Stays in Heaven; God; One whose abode is paradise
Gagnesh	Boy	One of many names of Lord Shiva signifying him as the supreme Lord of the sky
Gahana	Unisex	Deep; Impassable; Ornament; Precious Jewel
Gahlot	Boy	Variant of Gehlot, Gohil, and Guhilot; Wild
Gaish	Boy	Tempest; Commotion; Blizzard
Gaja	Boy	Elephant; Strong; Mighty; Powerful; Abundance; Fertility and Richness; Wisdom and Royalty

Gajaadhar	Boy	One who can command an elephant; One who is powerful, brave, wise, and clever
Gajaanan	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajaanand	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of knowledge and wisdom
Gajab	Boy	Amazing; Fantastic; Wonderful; Splendid; Magnificient
Gajabahu	Boy	One who has strength of an elephant; A powerful and mighty person
Gajakarna	Boy	One who has eyes like an elephant; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Gajamuka	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajamukh	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajamukha	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajanan	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom

Gajananan	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajanand	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Wisdom and happiness
Gajananda	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Wisdom and happiness
Gajananeti	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajananvihari	Boy	One who stays in Heaven; God; One whose abode is paradise
Gajapathi	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajaren	Boy	Lord Ganesh
Gajari	Boy	Enemy of Elephant; One of many names of Lord Shiva
Gajarupa	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ganesha signifying his form with elephant face; Lord of Knowledge and Wisdom
Gajasiras	Boy	Lord Ganesh

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