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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18 Jainism Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Mahkai	Boy	Medicine man; Healer
Maanav	Boy	A scholar; Human being; A young man; A male student
Maanas	Boy	Mind; Thoughts; Wisdom king; Pride
Mailo	Unisex	Strength in battle
Mell	Unisex	Sweetness; Honey-like; Gentle
Maanasa	Girl	Mind; Spiritual; A lake; A mountain; Mental worship; Desire; Wish; Intention
Mriganka	Girl	Moon; Camphor; Wind
Moksha	Boy	Freedom; Liberation; Salvation
Mallinath	Boy	The name of the 19th Tirthankara
Mrugesh	Boy	Lion; As strong and mighty as a lion

Munindra	Boy	Best among saints
Munisuvrat	Boy	Name of 20th Jain Tirthankara
Marudevi	Girl	Lord Rishbhdev's mother
Mruga	Girl	A name of a bird
Mokshitha	Girl	Liberated; Free
Mukti	Girl	Spiritual liberation; Freedom; Salvation
Milira	Girl	Spirited; Creative; Passionate
Milk	Unisex	Short form of name Miłosław

Infographic: Prominent Jainism Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M

When deciding what to name your child, consider a baby name that represents your and your partner’s values and the traits you both admire. Such a name would take your child far and remind them of your love and blessings. To help nudge you in the right direction, we have compiled a few Jainism Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M in our infographic below. Browse through it to find the perfect one.

Jainism Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M(infographic)

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