133 Malayalam Girl Names With Kerala's Grace

Meaningful, diverse, and as lovely as the Indian state, Kerala itself.

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Malayalam is the official language of the Indian state of Kerala, also called ‘God’s own country.’ The state has an inherent legacy of naming baby girls with intense meanings and cultural significance. Malayalam girl names often reflect the region's deep-rooted cultural and spiritual variedness, combining elements from Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam. Additionally, they also incorporate regional and nature-inspired elements. The people of Kerala share the same naming conventions as Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. A person's name typically includes the village name, father's name, and personal name.

Muslims in these regions also adhere to this system but with their first names following the Islamic tradition. For most Malayalis, the standard format is forename - father's name - father's father's name, house name, village name - surname or caste title. Another common practice in South India is incorporating birthplace names into personal names to signify a person's association with that specific location (1). In the past, specifically until the 20th century, Malayali Christians, also known as Nasranis, followed a naming convention primarily consisting of Christian names. They typically adopted a format that combined the family name, the father's name, and the baptismal name in their given names. In recent times, modern Malayalam baby girl names have emerged, blending traditional elements with contemporary trends resulting in parents choosing names that are easy to pronounce yet retaining a touch of Kerala's cultural identity. The names given to baby girls in Malayalam-speaking families carry deep meanings and sentimental values. Parents carefully select names that bestow blessings, good fortune, and unique characteristics on their daughters, ensuring that the names not only define their identity but also strengthen their bond with their culture. Whether parents prefer traditional or modern names, Malayalam girl names offer a treasure trove of options, each carrying a distinct essence of Kerala's rich legacy and linguistic traditions.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Mira	Girl	A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean; Glory; Merry; Kindness; Behold
Meera	Girl	Sea; Ocean; Boundary; Limit; Prosperous; Famous; Astonishing; Goodness
Leela	Girl	Play; Amusement; Princess of darkness
Asha	Girl	Desire; Hope; Wish; Alive; Exist
Anjali	Girl	Offering with devotion to God; Salutation
Uma	Girl	Flax; Night; Fame; Splendor; Tranquility
Ziana	Girl	Adornment; Decoration; Downy-bearded; Youthful; Strong
Divya	Girl	A divine luster; Heavenly
Vamika	Girl	Goddess Parvati; The one who presides on the left
Meenakshi	Girl	A girl with beautiful, fish-like eyes

Aishwarya	Girl	Prosperity; Wealth
Vishnu	Girl	All-pervasive; Hindu god of preservation and protection
Neha	Girl	Love; Tenderness; Rain; Wisdom
Nethra	Unisex	Vision; Eyes; Leader
Priyanka	Girl	Agreeable; Amiable
Nithya	Girl	Eternal; Always
Sritha	Unisex	Dressed; Prepared; Enduring
Kayal	Unisex	Lake; Fish
Keerthana	Girl	Prayer; Hymn; Praise to God
Bindu	Girl	Drop; Point

Bhavana	Girl	Feeling; Emotion; Thought; Producing; Manifesting; Development; Cultivating
Dipa	Girl	Light; Lamp
Prarthana	Girl	Request; Prayer
Smrithi	Girl	Wish; Desire; Mindfulness
Sreenika	Unisex	Little Goddess Lakshmi
Aneela	Girl	Wind; Air
Maheen	Girl	Earth-ruler; King; Prince
Madhuri	Girl	Sweetness; Mead; Charm; Amiableness
Amalah	Unisex	Clean; Pure; Hope; Wish; Desire;
Gayathri	Girl	A type of song or hymn; Knowledge; Mother of Vedas

Hela	Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Bright; Clear; Vaianakh god of darkness; Wanton sport
Janaki	Girl	Daughter of Janaka; Goddess Sita
Lalitha	Girl	Playful; Charming; Desirable
Keertana	Girl	Religious narrating; Reciting; Devotional singing
Arathi	Girl	Worshipping ritual
Smitha	Girl	Smiling; Smile
Akeila	Girl	Whole; Complete
Aathira	Unisex	Star; Prayer; Light; Quick
Snigdha	Unisex	Elegant; Graceful; Kind; Affectionate
Swetha	Unisex	Pure; White

Nikitha	Girl	House; Habitation
Khadeeja	Girl	Premature child
Joshitha	Girl	Pleased; Excitement; Enthusiasm
Nithara	Girl	Deep-rooted; Standing firm; Treasured
Sruthi	Girl	That which is heard; Listening
Mallika	Girl	Queen; Jasmine
Bhavna	Girl	Feeling
Sahithi	Unisex	Literature
Java	Girl	China rose; Saffron
Divija	Girl	One who is born in heaven

Shanthi	Girl	Quiet; Peace; Tranquility
Nishitha	Girl	Night; Midnight; Time of sleep; Sharpened
Shrena	Girl	Goddess Lakshmi
Sreeja	Girl	One who is born in prosperity; Goddess Lakshmi's daughter
Sandhya	Girl	Twilight
Arunima	Girl	Red glow; Glow of dawn; Early morning sunrise
Swathi	Girl	The fourth brightest star in the night sky
Sahiti	Unisex	Literature
Niveditha	Unisex	Entrusted; Surrendered; Offered
Usha	Unisex	Dawn; Sunrise

Prianka	Girl	Amiable; Agreeable
Amritha	Boy	A drink that gives immortality; Not dead
Dharshana	Boy	Vision; Knowledge; Observation; Philosophy; Paying respect; To look at; Glimpse; View; Seeing; Observing; Understanding
Greeshma	Girl	Summer
Jalaja	Girl	Born of water; Born in water
Karthika	Boy	One who bestows courage; The constellation Pleiades
Mahee	Boy	Earth; Intellect; Greatness
Praveena	Girl	Skilled
Rajalakshmi	Girl	Royal majesty; Sovereignty; Fortune or prosperity of a king
Reenu	Girl	Atom; Molecule; Particle; Dust ; Pollen

Abhirami	Girl	One who is delighted or loved by many; Goddess parvati
Abhitha	Girl	Fearless; One who is not scared; Someone who has no fear
Achu	Girl	Fruit; Strength; Resilience
Akal	Girl	Timeless; Eternal; Understanding; Intellect
Anagha	Unisex	Sinless; Without any fault; Perfect; Pure; Beautiful
Anjana	Unisex	Collyrium; Kohl
Atala	Boy	Not shaky; Firm; Unchangeable; Paternal; Fatherly
Chandralekha	Girl	Moonlight; A mark made by the moon
Chithra	Girl	Bright; Clear; Jewel; Ornament
Deepak	Girl	Inflaming; Exciting

Deepika	Boy	Inflaming; Exciting
Girija	Girl	Mountain-born
Jayalakshmi	Girl	Goddess of success and victory
Jayasudha	Girl	Nectar of victory
Jyothi	Girl	Light
Kartika	Girl	Star; Bestower of courage;
Mehna	Girl	Cloud
Niral	Girl	Equality; Order; Arrangement; Unique; Calm
Nisha	Boy	Night; Women; Dream
Nitya	Unisex	One who is forever; Eternal

Pavitra	Girl	Sacred; Pure
Pujya	Girl	A person who is worthy of respect and worship
Reneeka	Girl	A woman who is like a song
Sini	Girl	White; Bright; Blue
Suda	Girl	She who is a daughter; Woman; Lady; Generous
Sumathi	Boy	Good thoughts
Suvitha	Girl	A woman who lives in welfare and prosperity
Arjin	Girl	Procuring; Gaining
Yasti	Girl	Slim
Abhisarikaa	Girl	The beloved one

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Malayalam girl names reflect the region's culture, tradition, and diversity. These names often hold profound meanings, connecting children to their roots and heritage. From classic options to trendy choices, parents are now embracing a blend of traditional and contemporary options, allowing for a delightful array of choices. In the evolution of naming practices, each baby girl's name fosters a sense of identity and becomes a cherished gift for a lifetime.

Infographic: Magnificent Malayalam Baby Girl Names

Malayalam girl names reflect Kerala's rich cultural heritage and diversity, a beautiful southern Indian state. These names often have intense meanings rooted in mythology or virtues. The language's phonetic beauty adds charm to these names, making them cherished and treasured. Get set to explore some of the most enchanting ones in this infographic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Malayalam baby girl names that have a strong and empowering meaning?

Gina (well-born), Isha (supreme ruler or one who protects), Adhya (first power or Lord Ganesha), and Avnika (powerful and complete) are some strong and empowering Malayalam baby girl names that parents may consider for their child.

2. What are some Malayalam baby girl names that are associated with royalty or nobility?

Seirah (beautiful or princess), Taniya (fairy queen), and Almirah (aristocratic lady or princess) are a few beautiful Malayalam baby girl names associated with royalty and nobility.

3. What Malayalam baby girl names are perfect for a monsoon or winter baby?

Mega (raining or clouds), Swati (precious drop or first drop of rain), and Niji (rainbow) are some baby girl names that perfectly resonate with the essence of the monsoon season. Similarly, Hima, which means 'ice' or 'snow,' and Himani, which also means 'snow,' are some baby names that evoke the feeling of winter.

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