What are some popular Sanskrit boy names used throughout history?

Some popular boy names of Sanskrit origin are Ram, Shiva, Anil, Vishnu, Krishna, and Arjun as these are steeped deep in Hinduism.

What are some Sanskrit boy names that symbolize strength?

Sanskrit boy names, including Balaram, Vaibhav, and Vaja, symbolize ‘strength.’

What are some two-syllable Sanskrit boy names with strong meanings?

Many Sanskrit boy names are two-syllables, including Vaayu, Vatsal, Ashvin, Kashi, Kiran, and Naga.

What are some Sanskrit boy names associated with nature?

Some nature-inspired Sanskrit names are Nagadhipa that means ‘master of hills,’ Nakul, which means ‘mongoose,’ and Toya, meaning ‘water.’

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732 Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Ayaan	Boy	Natural disposition; Path; Precession; Unmoving; Watchful; Seeing; Good luck
Aarav	Boy	Peaceful melody; A calm noise
Aryan	Boy	Noble; Illustrious; Honorable; Educated
Avyaan	Boy	Beginning; Perfect; Faultless
Atharv	Boy	Calm and composed; Serene; Peaceful; Stable; Knowledgeable
Amar	Boy	Immortal; Unending; One who lives a long life
Aayan	Boy	Long night; God's gift; Watchful
Agastya	Boy	Name of an influential Hindu sage; The Canopus star
Aariv	Boy	King of wisdom; Rainforest
Advik	Boy	Unique; Matchless

Ahaan	Boy	Dawn; First ray of light
Ajay	Boy	Unconquerable
Ansh	Boy	Portion; Excerpt; Part; Honesty
Aditya	Boy	Lord of the sun; Sun; Belonging to Aditi; Son of Aditi
Advaith	Boy	One who has no duplicate; Non-duality; Unity
Aahan	Boy	Day; First ray of light
Atharva	Boy	One of names of Lord Ganesha; Knower of the Vedas; Knowledgeable one
Aadi	Boy	First; Most important; Beginning
Advait	Boy	Unique; Not dual
Arjan	Boy	From Hadria; Procuring; Earning; Acquiring; Gaining; Golden life

Ayaansh	Boy	Ray of light; Part of parents; God's gift
Ashad	Unisex	Lion; Invincible
Abhiram	Boy	Lovely; Pleasing
Angad	Boy	Of my own body; An ornament; Son of Vali
Ashwin	Boy	Possessed of horses; A cavalier; Light
Asim	Boy	Protector; Guardian; Savior; Boundless; Limitless; Infinite
Aayush	Boy	Long Life; Good destiny
Anay	Boy	Lord Krishna; One who has no leader; Misfortune; Goat
Arnav	Boy	Ocean; Sea
Ayush	Boy	Long Life; One who is blessed to live long

Akil	Boy	Complete; Intelligent; Wise
Akhil	Boy	World; Whole; Perfect; Entire; Complete
Adhrit	Boy	One who does not need any support, but supports others
Akshar	Boy	Imperishable; Indestructible; Immortal being; A letter of the alphabet or a syllable
Anirudh	Boy	Uncontrolled; Unrestrained; Without Obstacles; Ungovernable; Grandson of Lord Krishna
Advay	Boy	Unique; Without second
Akash	Boy	Open space; Sky
Ashvik	Boy	Blessed; Victorious; Bearing the strength of a horse
Arav	Boy	Calm; Peaceful; Wisdom; Radiance Beautiful; Sound; Thundering
Adi	Boy	Jewel; Ornament; First; Noble wolf; From Hadria

Advith	Boy	One who is unique; Without a second
Akshay	Boy	Immortal; Eternal; Imperishable
Anand	Boy	Joy; Happiness; Bliss; Delight; Pleasure; Harmony
Anav	Boy	Humble; Kind
Aanav	Boy	Humane; Fine; Minute
Abhay	Boy	Fearless; Brave; Secure
Avyukth	Unisex	One who is as clear as crystal;
Abhinav	Boy	New; Modern; Fresh; Young; Innovative
Ashrith	Boy	Follower; Supported; Dependent; Protected
Avyay	Boy	Indestructible; Immutable; Imperishable

Aaditya	Boy	Belonging to Aditi; Son of Aditi; Of Aditi; The Sun
Advit	Boy	Unique; Matchless
Arush	Boy	Dawn; Red; Rising sun; Good-tempered; Calm
Aryaan	Boy	Noble; Illustrious; Honorable; Educated
Ahan	Boy	Day; Dawn
Amogh	Boy	Lord Ganesh; Unerring; Invincible; That which has no alternative
Aadhav	Boy	Ruler; One who stirs up or agitates
Aadit	Boy	Sun; Learned; First
Anvith	Boy	Connected; Joined; Linked to
Arjen	Boy	From Hadria; Noble; Golden life

Aryav	Boy	Honest; Honorable; Virtuous; Noble; Wise; Knowledgeable
Agasthya	Boy	The Canopus star
Aadhvik	Boy	Unique; Divine; Spiritual
Aarnav	Boy	Ocean; Sea; Wave
Amit	Boy	Infinite; immeasurable; Boundless; Friend; Colleague
Arhan	Boy	Worship; Homage; Respect; Ruler
Ashir	Boy	Fire; Sun; Diamond; Consumer of sacrifices; Indestructible; Friendly
Anvit	Boy	Leader; Guide; People of nation; Followed; Pursued; Construed; Connected with
Aseem	Boy	Boundless; Limitless; Endless; Infinite; Unlimited
Arjay	Unisex	Powerful; Complete

Aadish	Boy	Aim; Master; Design; Intention
Aarnik	Boy	Weight; Unique
Anik	Boy	Army; Splendor
Anvay	Boy	Logical connection; Joined; Integration; Concord; United
Ahlaya	Boy	Splendor; Beauty; Abode
Arvik	Unisex	Independent; Universal
Aashir	Boy	Alive; Living; Joyful; Fire; Sun; Diamond; Consumer of sacrifices
Anant	Boy	Infinite; One with no end; Immortal; Eternal
Ashwath	Boy	Sacred fig tree; Pipal tree; Banyan tree; Tree of knowledge
Aadhi	Boy	First; Foremost; Beginning; Superior; Half; Belonging to Aditi

Amara	Boy	Immortal being; Blessed with eternal life; Grace and gracious; Sky and to smile; Heaven and virtuous; Bitter
Anurag	Boy	Love; Attachment; Affection; Devotion; Loyalty; Passion; Adoring; Friendly
Adharv	Boy	Strength; Wisdom; Lord Ganesha
Arth	Boy	Bear; Bear-like; Strong; Stone; Sense; Wealth; To desire
Ashish	Boy	Prayer; Benediction; Blessing; Wish; God's grace; Showers of mercy
Aadarsh	Boy	The ideal one; Excellence
Arul	Boy	Water; God's grace; God's blessing; Showers of mercy
Aahir	Boy	Dazzling; Brilliant; Cowherd
Aashrith	Boy	The protected one
Adhvaith	Boy	Non-dual; Unique; Sole; Peerless; Ultimate truth

Ajit	Boy	Invincible ; Unconquerable; Epithet of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu
Akshaj	Boy	Born with knowledge; Direct knowledge; Thunder-bolt; Diamond
Akshat	Boy	Unhurt; Uninjured; Maiden
Aavir	Unisex	Brave; Strong
Abinav	Boy	Fresh; Young
Achyut	Boy	Imperishable; Permanent
Arjuna	Boy	White; Silver; Clear
Aryash	Boy	Brilliant; Intelligent; Noble; Virtuous
Aryaveer	Boy	Noble warrior; A noble man who is brave and courageous
Avyansh	Boy	Divine part; Indestructible part; Part of indestructible

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Infographic: Attractive Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A(infographic)

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