Are Sanskrit girl names used in modern times?

Many Sanskrit names such as Aadhya, meaning original power, Diksha, meaning preparation for a religious ceremony, and Isha, meaning master or ‘lord,’ are popular, and parents continue to choose them for their baby girls.

Can Sanskrit girl names be used internationally?

Many Sanskrit names have meanings and phonetic qualities that make them appropriate for various cultures and languages. Names such as Ila, meaning ‘earth’ or ‘speech,’ Reva, meaning ‘one that moves,’ and Tara, meaning ‘star,’ are becoming more common outside of their traditional regions as globalization and cross-cultural exchange increase.

Do Sanskrit girl names have any specific significance in Hinduism?

Many Sanskrit names for girls have important connections in Hinduism. The name Mina, which means fish, is related to the daughters of the god Kubera and the goddess Ushas. Reva, meaning one that moves, is connected to the Hindu goddess Rati. Tara, meaning star, refers to a Hindu goddess associated with the stars.

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115 Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Dhriti	Girl	One who has courage and patience
Dia	Girl	Day; Light; Radiance; Love; Goddess; Divine
Divya	Girl	A divine luster; Heavenly
Devina	Unisex	Beloved; Uncle; Godlike; Divine; Eye of God; Resembling a goddess
Dayami	Girl	Compassion; Mercy; Bird of prey
Devi	Girl	Goddess; Divine; Divine power; Heavenly; Anything of excellence
Ditya	Girl	Another name of Goddess Durga; Answer to prayers
Dayani	Girl	Goddess of compassion
Dhanvi	Girl	A woman who is rich and wealthy; Wealth; Treasure
Dhara	Girl	Earth; A holy place; Stream

Dhvani	Girl	Sound; Voice; Audio; Tone
Divisha	Unisex	Chief of the goddesses; Goddess; Divine wish; A name of Goddess Durga; Light; Torch
Dama	Girl	A noblewoman; Rope; Garland
Dhwani	Girl	Sound; Melody; Echo
Diva	Girl	A divine person; Goddess; Beloved; Daytime
Devanshi	Girl	A part of God
Disha	Girl	Region; Direction
Deetya	Girl	Given
Dhruvi	Girl	Firm; Faithful; Constant; Steadfast; Pole star
Drishya	Girl	Visible; That which can be perceived; Sight; Scenery; Perceived object

Devika	Girl	Little goddess; Little princess; The divine one
Deya	Boy	Granting a boon; Offering; Light; Lamp; Illumination
Dipa	Girl	Light; Lamp
Devani	Unisex	Shining goddess
Deeksha	Girl	To give; To consecrate; Sacrificing
Dhatri	Girl	Supporter; Creator
Deepti	Girl	Brightness, Light; A ray of hope
Deeya	Unisex	Light; Lamp
Devyani	Boy	Goddess; One who serves the gods; Chariot of the gods
Darshana	Girl	Seeing; Observing; Understanding

Dipali	Girl	Row of lamps; Joy
Darshi	Girl	Seeing; Understanding; Vision
Drishti	Girl	Sight
Dyuthi	Girl	Light; Brightness; Glow; Dignity
Damini	Girl	Lightning; Powerful
Durva	Girl	Sacred grass
Dyuti	Girl	Brightness; Glow; Dignity; Light
Dhruthi	Unisex	A name of Goddess Lakshmi; Fortitude; Determination; Patience; Firmness; Perseverance
Drisana	Girl	Daughter of the sun; Spiritual teacher; Sun; One who makes clear
Daiva	Unisex	Destiny

Deepa	Girl	Light; Lamp
Dishita	Girl	A focused person; Direction
Dheeksha	Girl	Initiation; Sacrifice; Preparation for a ceremony
Dhruti	Girl	Fortitude; Steadfastness; Determination; Goddess Laxmi
Davika	Girl	Belonging to the river Devika; Army ranking
Dharvi	Unisex	Ladle; Spoon
Darshini	Girl	One who observes; One who blesses
Diksha	Girl	The one who initiates; Devoted; Preparation for a religious ceremony
Diti	Girl	Splendor; Brightness; Wisdom
Divija	Girl	One who is born in heaven

Darsha	Girl	To see or observe
Drithi	Unisex	Steadiness; Firmness; Fortitude; Maintaining; Supporting; Constancy
Dhivya	Unisex	Divine; Heavenly
Deesha	Girl	Direction; Region
Divia	Unisex	Heavenly; Divine
Deepanshi	Boy	Brightness; A part of an earthen lamp; The flame of an oil lamp
Deepthi	Boy	The ray of hope; Light; Shine; Glow; Brilliant
Devansha	Boy	Part of God
Devipriya	Boy	Dear to the goddesses
Dharshana	Boy	Vision; Knowledge; Observation; Philosophy; Paying respect; To look at; Glimpse; View; Seeing; Observing; Understanding

Daksha	Boy	Gift from God; Expert; Skillful; Honest one
Dakshayani	Girl	Emperor Daksha's daughter
Dakshita	Girl	Cleverness; Proficiency; Ability
Damayanti	Girl	Subduing
Darshani	Girl	A blessed individual; A name for Goddess Durga
Darshita	Girl	To show; To reveal
Deb	Girl	Bee; Deity
Debadrita	Girl	The one who loves the God
Deepak	Girl	Inflaming; Exciting
Deepali	Girl	Row of lamps

Deepika	Boy	Inflaming; Exciting
Deepshika	Girl	Lamp; Light; Plume; Peacock's crest
Dhyani	Boy	One who meditates
Dipal	Girl	A charming beautiful person; Light
Dipta	Girl	Flaming; A lion; Gold; Brilliant; Radiant
Dipti	Girl	Brightness; Light
Dipu	Girl	Brightness; Light; Lamp; Shining
Dityaa	Girl	Son of Diti; A giant
Div	Girl	To praise; To shine; Heaven; Sky; Light
Divyanka	Girl	Divine fragment

Dnyaneshwari	Girl	Lord of knowledge
Draupadi	Girl	Daughter of Drupada; Daughter of the wooden pillar; Daughter of the firm footed
Druti	Girl	Firmness; Perseverance; Endurance; Firm resolve; Steadfastness; To maintain; To hold; To support; Lakshmi
Dulari	Girl	Lovable; Dear; Beloved
Dvita	Girl	Mythical vedic god; Doubleness; Son of Atri; Second
Darshika	Girl	Visionary; Holy and wise; Relating to the new moon
Deshna	Girl	Giving; Gift
Dharini	Girl	Earth; Ground; Soil
Dhisha	Girl	Course; Direction; Side
Dhiya	Boy	Light; Splendor; Intelligent; Thoughtful

Dewi	Girl	The Goddess; Beloved; Uncle
Dhanyata	Girl	Success; Fulfillment; Good luck
Daxa	Girl	Clever
Devna	Girl	Godly; Divine
Dexa	Girl	To teach
Druhi	Girl	Daughter
Daevy	Girl	Angel
Darareaksmey	Girl	A bright star
Dharika	Girl	Pillar; Prop; Division of time
Dharuna	Girl	Supporting

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Infographic: Exquisite Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With D

Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With D blend diverse traditions with rich history and cultural influences. Whether you seek a classic name or one infused with contemporary flair, our infographic below has several options that fit most preferences. Explore them to find a perfect name for your precious child. If you find our infographic useful, share it with your fellow parents to introduce them to the world of Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With D.

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