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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213 Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Mohamad	Boy	A special loved one, always loving others
Mishka	Unisex	Who is like God; Gift of God; Gift of love; Niche for light
Madhav	Boy	Vernal; Of the springtime; Krishna; Descendant of Madhu; Honey
Mihir	Boy	Sun; Moon; Wind; King of all; One who belongs to the Sun family
Mivaan	Boy	The rays of the sun; Sunrays of God
Moksh	Boy	Salvation; Emancipation; One who has self-realization and self-knowledge
Manav	Boy	Human Being
Mohan	Boy	Charming; Infatuating; Bewitching
Maanav	Boy	A scholar; Human being; A young man; A male student
Minesh	Boy	King of Fish; Ruler of Fish

Maitreya	Boy	Friendly; Benevolent
Monish	Boy	Lord Krishna; God of mind
Mohit	Boy	Infatuated; Fascinated; Bewildered
Mohmad	Boy	Enhanced belongings; Superior possessions
Mahan	Boy	Great; Big; Eminent; Nobility; Moon; Head of secret organization
Mahith	Boy	Greatness; Honored; Festivity; Esteemed
Medhansh	Boy	Intelligent; One who is wise
Mithun	Boy	Gemini; A couple; A pair; Twins; A name of Lord Krishna; A Hindu month
Mourya	Boy	King; Ruler; Great one
Mukund	Boy	A precious stone; Freedom giver

Meet	Boy	Friend; Companion; Well-wisher; Supporter
Mahesh	Boy	A great ruler; One who is supreme
Maanas	Boy	Mind; Thoughts; Wisdom king; Pride
Milind	Boy	Bee; Honeybee; Union; One of the many names of Lord Krishna
Mohnish	Boy	A name of Lord Krishna; Charming
Mitul	Boy	Limited; Friend; Companion; Measured
Manvith	Boy	One who is human
Manish	Boy	Thought; Wisdom
Mayukh	Boy	A ray of light
Mokshagna	Boy	Rescue; Liberation; Savior; Emancipation; Freedom

Madan	Boy	Intoxicating; Maddening; Inebriating; Cupid; God of love
Mokshith	Boy	The one who wants to be free or liberated; Liberation; Freedom
Mithil	Boy	Kingdom; Ancient India
Murari	Boy	Lord Krishna; Peacock
Mahendra	Boy	The great Indra; Great leader
Mital	Girl	Friendship; Companionship; Friend; Ally
Manu	Girl	Thinking; Wise; God is with us
Madhavan	Boy	Honey; Sweet; Lord Krishna
Madhukar	Boy	Honey bee; Honey maker
Mahant	Boy	Great; Having a great soul; Religious superior

Mahantesh	Boy	Great; Having a great soul; Religious superior; Spiritual guide
Mahanth	Boy	Great soul; God; Spiritual guide
Maharshi	Boy	A great saint or sage
Maharth	Boy	Rich; Noble; Dignified; Significant; Weighty
Mahasvin	Boy	Splendid; Bright; Brilliant; Luminous; Great; Mighty
Mahatma	Boy	A great soul
Mahaveer	Boy	A great hero; Most courageous person
Mahavir	Boy	A great hero; Most courageous person
Maheem	Boy	Great; Glorious; Powerful; Might; Ability to become huge
Maheshwar	Boy	Great god; One of the many names of Lord Shiva

Mahijith	Boy	Conqueror of the Earth; One who has won the earth
Mahindra	Boy	A King; Great Indra
Mahipal	Boy	Protector of the Earth
Mainak	Boy	A mountain in the Himalayas
Makarand	Boy	Honeybee; Flower Juice; Honey of Flowers; Nectar of flowers
Makhan	Boy	Soft; Pure butter
Mallesh	Boy	Lord of Mountains; One of many names of Lord Shiva; Lord of garlands
Mangesh	Boy	Lord Shiva
Manivannan	Boy	One of the many names of Lord Aiyappa; One who is the color of a gem
Manjul	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Appealing; Attractive; Good looking

Manohar	Boy	Charming; Attractive; Captivating
Manoharan	Boy	Charming; Attractive; Captivating; Name of Lord Muruga
Manthan	Boy	Reflection Through Study; Churning
Manyu	Boy	Passion; Sacrifice; Courage; Epithet of Lord Shiva
Martand	Boy	The Sun; Egg or a bird; Son of Aditi
Maruti	Boy	Epithet of the deity Hanuman; Son of the wind God
Mata	Boy	Sun; Eye of the day; Gift of Yahweh; Mother
Meghnath	Boy	Lord or King of the clouds
Mithilesh	Boy	Lord of Mithila; King Janaka
Mithlesh	Boy	King of Mithila; Janak, father of Sita

Mohal	Boy	Attractive
Mohin	Boy	Stupefying; Perplexing; Fascinating; Enchanting
Monil	Boy	Bird
Mouni	Boy	One of the many names of Lord Shiva
Madanagopala	Boy	A handsome cow-herd
Madanapala	Boy	One who is the King of love
Madhava	Unisex	Vernal; Of the springtime
Madhukantha	Boy	A person whose voice is sweet like honey
Mahaadeva	Boy	The greatness of the God
Mahaja	Boy	A man of noble descent

Maharaja	Boy	Great ruler; Great King
Mahat	Boy	Large; Great
Mahisa	Boy	Lord of the Earth; Goddess Durga
Makaranda	Boy	A person who is like a bee
Makula	Boy	One who is pretty as a flower bud
Makura	Boy	A reflection in the mirror
Malla	Girl	Strong; Robust; Athletic; Excellent; Good
Mallikarjuna	Boy	Lord Shiva
Mandar	Boy	Indian coral tree; Crown tree
Manesh	Boy	Lord of the mind

Mangal	Boy	Fortunate; Felicity; Auspicious; Blessed; Mars
Manhar	Boy	The one who wins the mind; Pleasing; Charming
Manickam	Boy	Precious stone; Jewel; Gem
Manikanta	Boy	The one with a bluish neck; The one with the jewel; Lord Ayyappan
Manikantha	Boy	A person who is like a blue bird
Manimaran	Boy	The jewel maker; The formation of jewel
Manisankara	Boy	Lord Shiva covered in jewels
Manith	Boy	Respected; Honored; Esteemed
Manjukesh	Boy	A man who has beautiful hair
Manjunath	Boy	Lord of pleasantness and affability; Lord Shiva

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Infographic: Popular Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

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

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