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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127 Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With V

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Vihaan	Boy	Dawn; Morning
Veer	Boy	A brave person; Hero; Warrior; To be powerful or valiant; To make a heroic effort; Faith; True
Viaan	Boy	Full of life and energy
Viraj	Girl	Radiant; Bright; Regal; King; Ruling far and wide
Vivaan	Boy	Full of life; Twisting; Rays of the morning sun
Vedant	Boy	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Vedansh	Boy	Part of the Vedas
Virat	Boy	Huge; Grand; Magnificent; Pure; Clean
Vihan	Boy	Morning; Dawn
Viraaj	Girl	Radiant; Bright; Regal; King; Ruling far and wide

Varun	Boy	To surround; God of water and the oceans
Vikram	Boy	Stride; Pace; Valor
Vansh	Unisex	Descendant or lineage
Vedanth	Boy	One who has complete knowledge of the Vedas
Vedh	Unisex	Sacred knowledge; Wisdom; Quake
Vyom	Boy	Sky; Space; To fly or soar
Vivan	Unisex	Life; Plaiting; Twisting; Alive; Bright in battle
Viyaan	Boy	Full of life
Vayu	Boy	Wind; Breath
Vyan	Boy	To breathe; Vital air

Vishruth	Unisex	Famous; Renowned; Well-known; Widespread
Vaibhav	Boy	Glory; Might; Power
Vraj	Unisex	To go; Pasture land or shelter for cattle
Vikranth	Boy	Bold; Powerful; Strong
Vaayu	Boy	Breeze
Viaansh	Boy	Part of life
Vinay	Boy	Leading; Guidance; Modesty; Humility; Civility; Intellect
Vivek	Boy	Wisdom; Discrimination; Distinction
Viraat	Girl	Huge; Grand; Magnificent
Viren	Boy	One who is the bravest; Leader of the heroes; Lord of warriors; Brave

Vidit	Girl	Perceptive; A learned man; Lord Indra
Vidyut	Boy	Electric current; Lightning; The dawn
Vikas	Boy	Growth; Expansion; Progress
Vijay	Unisex	Victorious or triumphant
Vidhur	Unisex	Skillful; Wise
Vidur	Unisex	Wise; Expert
Vannak	Boy	He who has a class
Varish	Unisex	Ocean; Year; Rain
Vidyuth	Unisex	Electricity; Lightning
Vihas	Unisex	Shy; To smile gently

Vikrant	Boy	Bold; Powerful; Strong
Viransh	Boy	Courageous; Valiant; A brave part
Vinayak	Unisex	Leader; Guide; A remover of obstacles
Vishwa	Unisex	Universal; World
Vena	Boy	Vein; Longing desire; Lute
Varen	Boy	Gifts
Viansh	Boy	Part of Lord Krishna
Vishwak	Unisex	Universal, all-encompassing
Vahin	Unisex	Carrying; Bearing; Moving; Flowing
Vyas	Unisex	Compiler

Vibhav	Boy	Wealth; Glory; Power
Vidharth	Boy	Creator; Supporter; Legend
Vrishank	Boy	A pious man; Lord Shiva
Vimal	Boy	Clean; Pure; Spotless
Vadin	Boy	Lecturer; Speaker
Vishva	Boy	World; Universe
Vamsi	Boy	Krishna's flute
Vasu	Boy	Excellent; Bright; Bright ones
Vaishnav	Boy	Devotee of Lord Vishnu
Vedaant	Boy	Highest knowledge or wisdom

Veeraj	Boy	Sovereign; Mighty ruler
Vikash	Boy	Growth; Expansion; Progress
Valin	Boy	Mighty soldier; Mighty warrior; Tailed
Vandan	Boy	Salutation; Worship; Praise
Vignesh	Boy	Lord; Multitude; Another name for Lord Ganesha
Vishesh	Boy	Special; Specific; Particular; Distinctive
Vibhu	Boy	Eminent; Powerful; Supreme
Vasudev	Boy	God of excellence; God of prosperity
Vegeta	Boy	Proud, ambitious, powerful
Vishrut	Boy	Famous; Renowned; Well-known; Widespread

Vatsal	Boy	Affectionate; Loving; Compassionate
Vasanth	Boy	Spring season; Brilliant
Vineet	Boy	Humble; Courteous; Govern
Vinesh	Boy	Godly; Pious
Vishal	Boy	Wide; Broad; Spacious
Ved	Boy	A sacred text in Hindu religion; Ancient scriptures; Leave; Farewell; Valedictory; Firewood
Vel	Boy	Murugan's javelin or spear; To move; To Shake;
Vanraj	Boy	King of the forest; Lion
Varshil	Boy	Hail; Related to rain
Vasupujya	Boy	Name of the twelfth Tirthankara

Veerendra	Boy	Chief of heroes
Veeresh	Boy	Lord of bravery; A great hero
Vimalnath	Boy	The thirteenth Tirthankara of Jainism
Viram	Boy	To pause; Cease; Brave and strong
Vaalaky	Boy	Name of one of the Kauravas
Vaaridhar	Boy	Cloud
Vaathavega	Boy	Name of one of the Kauravas
Vachasya	Boy	One who is well-spoken of; Celebrated
Vadivel	Boy	One of the names of Lord Murugan
Vagadheeksha	Boy	The lord of spokesmen

Vaibudh	Boy	Belonging to the Gods; Divine
Vargabh	Boy	Name of a Rishi
Vachan	Boy	Speech; Promise
Vachaspati	Boy	Lord of speech
Vadish	Boy	Lord of the body
Vagindra	Boy	Lord of speech
Vagish	Boy	God of speech; A name of Lord Brahma
Vaidyanaath	Boy	Master of medicines
Vatsa	Boy	Son
Veydant	Boy	The sum of the Vedas

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Infographic: Beautiful Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With V

Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With V are meaningful and pleasing to the ear. The following infographic introduces you to several Sanskrit Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With V along with their meanings, making it easier to find one that aligns with your preferences. Explore the options to choose your favorite, and share this list with fellow parents to help them in their name search.

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

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