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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828 Indian Baby Names Meaning, Starting With H

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Hari	Boy	Brown; Yellow; Tawny; Hindu god Vishnu; Lion; Horse; Monkey; To shine; Ruler of the home; High
Hani	Boy	Happy; Carefree; To move lightly; To touch
Hargun	Girl	One having Godly merits
Hyder	Boy	Lion; Brave
Heer	Girl	Power; Riches; Diamond; Darkness
Hira	Girl	Diamond; One of the many names of goddess Lakshmi
Harshiv	Boy	One of the many names of Lord Shiva signifying him as the giver of happiness
Harini	Girl	Deer; Lord Vishnu; Goddess Lakshmi
Hitesh	Boy	Lord of Goodness; One who thinks well of everyone
Harshaan	Boy	Cheerful; Happy; Joyful; Delighted; A variant spelling of Harshan

Hukam	Boy	Order; Command
Harsimran	Boy	Remembering God; In memory of God; God's Thoughts
Harnoor	Boy	Light of God; God's Gift; Brightness and Radiance of God; Blessing of God
Heera	Girl	Diamond
Harinder	Boy	Brown; Yellow; Drops of rain; Monkey; Tawny; Horse; Lion
Hamsika	Girl	Hindu Goddess Saraswathi
Hrihaan	Boy	Cheerful; Happy
Harjas	Boy	One who sings God's praises
Havish	Boy	Lord Shiva; Sacrifice; One who gives offerings to god.
Harkirat	Boy	One who sings of God's praise

Harshan	Boy	Lustrous splendor of God; Happiness
Hind	Unisex	Female deer
Hemali	Girl	To Bring wealth
Harkaran	Boy	On behalf of God; For God
Haneesh	Boy	Ambition; One who is determined; One of many names of Lord Hanuman; One of many names of Lord Shiva;
Harsh	Boy	Gladness; Cheerfulness
Harshil	Boy	Joyful
Harvir	Boy	Warrior of God; Brave Defendant for the Lord; One who is victorious over destruction; A variant of Harveer
Harfateh	Boy	Conquering Everything; One who wins over every rule
Harshal	Boy	Happiness

Harish	Boy	One of many names of Lord Vishnu; Lord of monkeys
Hamir	Boy	A Raga
Harjap	Boy	One who meditates upon god
Hartej	Boy	Radiance Of God; Glow of the God; Brightness and Splendidness of God
Hamsa	Boy	Swan
Harshika	Girl	Joyous; One who is always happy; Joyful; Full of laughter
Harin	Boy	Pure; Deer; Yellowish or tawny color
Harveen	Girl	The Pleiades; Battle worthy; God is gracious
Harshith	Boy	Happy; Joyous; Cheerful
Harveer	Boy	Warrior of God; Brave Defendant for the Lord; One who is victorious over destruction; A variant of Harvir

Hastin	Boy	Elephant
Hardik	Boy	Full of love; From the bottom of the heart
Harshit	Boy	Happy; Joyous
Hrehaan	Boy	God's chosen one
Hariharan	Boy	Born out of Supreme God Vishnu and lord Shiva
Haresh	Boy	Lord Krishna or Lord Shiva
Hrishi	Boy	Pleasure
Hemanth	Boy	Winter
Hemant	Boy	Winter
Harshitha	Unisex	Blessed, generous, cherished

Hatti	Unisex	keeper of the hearth or ruler of the household
Harshita	Girl	Happy; Full of Joy; Cheerful; Delighted; One who is always merry
Hamsini	Girl	One who rides a swan; One of many names of Goddess Saraswathi; The Hindu goddess of knowledge
Hardeep	Girl	Strong; Light of God; God's light
Hansika	Girl	Swan
Hansini	Girl	Swan; One of many names of Goddess Saraswati; The Hindu Goddess of knowledge
Hasita	Girl	Full Of Laughter; Happy; Always Smiling; Joyful; Full of Delight
Hima	Girl	Snow; Frost; Winter; Sun; White jasmine
Hasina	Girl	Elegant; Good; Cheerful; Beautiful; Pretty; Fair
Heena	Girl	Myrtle

Harika	Girl	Goddess Parvati; Miracle; Wonderful; Lovely
Harneet	Girl	Original God; A variant spelling is Harnit
Hanvitha	Boy	Graceful; Filled with grace
Hasti	Unisex	Existence; Being
Harshi	Girl	Joyous; One who is always happy; Joyful; Full of laughter
Hanvika	Unisex	Unique and graceful
Heeya	Unisex	Beloved; precious
Hrithika	Girl	Kind Hearted; Generous; One with a kind and generous heart; A compassionate person
Harpreet	Girl	Love of God
Hemani	Girl	One of many names of goddess Parvathi

Hiral	Girl	Wealthy; Bright; Full of luster; Bearer of diamonds
Haarika	Unisex	Divine, creative, sincere
Haimavathi	Girl	One of many names of Goddess Parvathi; Name of Lord Shiva's wife
Haimi	Girl	Golden; One of many names of Goddess Parvati; Snow
Hainain	Boy	Beautiful; Pretty; Good Looking
Haisiyat	Boy	Capacity; Ability; Status
Hakesa	Boy	King of Sound; One whose voice is very powerful
Hakikat	Boy	Reality; Facts; Certainty; Truth
Halabhrt	Boy	Carrying a plow; One of many names of Krishna's brother Balaram
Halayudha	Boy	Carrying a plow; Weaponed with a plough; One of many names of Krishna's brother Balaram

Halimaka	Boy	Poison Spewing
Hamara	Girl	Our; It is our belonging
Hamdard	Boy	Sympathetic; Friend; Companion; One who Shares Sorrow; Merciful
Hamray	Girl	Belonging To Us; Our; A variant of Hamara
Hamrish	Boy	Lovable; Helpful; Affectionate; Compassionate; Kind
Hamsavahini	Girl	One who rides a swan; One of many names of Goddess Saraswathi; The Hindu goddess of knowledge
Hanita	Girl	Divine grace; Heavenly grace; Someone with the gracefulness of God
Hannytej	Boy	Sweet
Hansa	Unisex	Swan; A variant spelling is Hansaa
Hansaja	Girl	Daughter of a Swan

Hansamala	Girl	A line or row of swans
Hansaraja	Boy	Lord of swans; King of swans
Hanshik	Boy	Swan; One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Hansith	Boy	Joy of Wonder; A telugu name
Hanspal	Boy	Protector of Great Soul; Lord of the swans; King of swans
Hanspala	Boy	Protector of Great Soul; Lord of the swans; King of swans
Hanspreet	Boy	Love for great soul; Affection for great soul
Hansra	Girl	One who rides a swan; One of many names of Goddess Saraswathi; Hindu goddess of knowledge
Hansroop	Boy	Pure body or person; One who has a great soul
Hanumesa	Boy	Lord of Hanuman

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