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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20 Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings Dark

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Lila	Girl	Playful; Amusement; Dark beauty; Night
Nila	Girl	Dark blue; Sapphire
Krisha	Girl	Black or dark
Nilah	Girl	Water hyacinth; Moon; Dark blue; Indigo
Neela	Girl	Horn; Dark blue
Shamala	Girl	Black; Dark; Blue
Pelin	Girl	Horse; Dark skinned; Wormwood; Absinthe
Radhya	Girl	Adored; Worshipped; Dark-colored; Black; Charming; Beautiful
Kalicia	Girl	Black; Dark; Noble; Noble birth
Rajani	Girl	Night; Dark one; Goddess Kali or Durga

Aashita	Girl	Black; Dark-blue; Warm
Neelima	Girl	Dark blue; Dark-colored
Neelu	Girl	Dark blue; Sapphire
Nilima	Girl	Dark blue
Shyama	Girl	Dark; Beauty; Grace
Shyamala	Girl	Dark-complexioned; Used for Goddess Durga
Sunila	Girl	Dark blue
Krishma	Girl	Black; Dark; Lord Krishna
Nilya	Unisex	Blue; Dark blue; Navy blue
Nilia	Unisex	Dark; Navy blue

Infographic: Top Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings Dark

Our infographic below features options from timeless classics to contemporary favorites that complement your child's personality. Scroll through the list to find the perfect name that reflects your preferences and your family's shared values.

Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings Dark(infographic)

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