How can parents balance traditional Jainism naming customs with modern naming trends?

Parents can balance traditional Jainism naming customs with modern naming trends by considering names that fulfill a meaningful connection to Jain principles while simultaneously giving importance to contemporary preferences. Some examples include Deshna (gift), Charmi (lovely), and Bhranti (daydream).

What are some Jain baby names with a deeply spiritual or philosophical meaning?

Some Jainism baby names with spiritual or philosophical meanings include Aaushi, meaning ‘one who is careful, knowledgeable and is blessed with a long life,’ Darshika and Dhimant, meaning ‘one who is intelligent and wise,’ and Samkit, meaning ‘one who possesses the right knowledge’ or ‘one possessing self-realization.’

What are some factors parents should consider when choosing a Jain baby name?

Some factors that parents should consider when choosing a Jain baby name include the religious significance of the name. This may be related to Jain mythology, scriptures, saints or Tirthankaras who were the enlightened people. The chosen name should also follow the Jain philosophy and principles, such as non-violence (ahimsa), truthfulness (satya), non-stealing (acharya), celibacy (brahmacharya), and non-possessiveness (aparigraha). The parents may also take into account more personal factors, such as family traditions and ancestry. The naming ceremony is conducted between the 10th and 13th day after birth and this ceremony is performed by the paternal aunt or an appropriate female relative of the child.

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36 Jainism Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With L

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Lyrica	Unisex	Lyrical; Song-like
Liara	Unisex	Light; Bearer of light
Lya	Unisex	Strong; Loyal
Lamir	Unisex	Unique; Mysterious
Lanaya	Girl	Special; Wonderful
Lenyx	Unisex	Strength; Purity; Unique
Lain	Unisex	Meadow
Layani	Unisex	My accomplishments; I will respond
Lenni	Unisex	Brave as a lion
Lj	Unisex	Power; Protector; Warrior

Leno	Unisex	Woolen cloth
Lanee	Unisex	Serene; Calm
Luthien	Unisex	Elven maiden, enchantress
Loken	Boy	Son of Loki; Child of Loki
Leti	Unisex	Protective, brave, energetic
Logon	Boy	Little hollow
Lelaina	Girl	Beautiful and creative
Leshae	Unisex	Unique; Mystical; Charming
Lupine	Unisex	Wolf-like, fierce, wild
Lulah	Girl	Energetic; Vibrant; Free-spirited

Lenay	Unisex	Delicate; Serene
Lirio	Unisex	Pure and delicate flower
Lanaia	Unisex	Unique; Enchanting; Mysterious
Labhdi	Girl	One with heavenly power
Luciela	Girl	Luminous, heavenly, angelic
Lyte	Unisex	Lite; Light
Lego	Unisex	Play well
Loen	Unisex	Mysterious
Lusamine	Unisex	Beauty; Light
Lordess	Unisex	Female ruler or leader

Looth	Unisex	Strong and determined
Loire	Unisex	A major river in France
Leika	Unisex	Reward; Gift; Child of heaven
Layel	Unisex	Creative and independent individual
Lagatha	Unisex	Strong warrior woman
Lerona	Unisex	Feminine variant of Leron; Song for me

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Jainism Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With L(infographic)

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