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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21 Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings Life

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Iyanna	Girl	Flower; Silent; Life; God is gracious
Evani	Unisex	Goddess of forest; Yahweh is gracious; Thus; So; Life; Alive
Pranika	Unisex	Vitality; Life-giving force; Vow; Pledge; Life; Breath
Viva	Unisex	Alive; Life; Spring; Blow through
Janita	Girl	God's grace; Coming into life; Commenced
Pranish	Girl	Vitality; Life; Vow; Pledge
Sayesha	Girl	Shadow of God; Meaningful life; Truth of life
Janani	Girl	Mother; Giver of life
Kalesha	Girl	Unique and breath of life
Viaana	Unisex	Full of life

Aryahi	Girl	Most holy; Aryan; Noble; Golden life
Pranisha	Unisex	Lord of life
Ayushi	Girl	Long life; One who lives a long life
Jeeya	Unisex	Life; Living; Soul
Pranvi	Unisex	Life; Goddess Parvati
Vritika	Girl	Success in life
Parina	Girl	Fairy; Angel; One who is filled with goodness and is like a life saver
Jeevana	Girl	Vitality; Living; Bringer of life
Jeevika	Girl	Alive; Livelihood; Giver of life
Sanjivani	Girl	Immortality; A medicinal herb; Elixir; Life-giving

Chivy	Girl	Life

Infographic: Attractive Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings Life

Sanskrit Girl Names with Meanings Life 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 Girl Names with Meanings Life(infographic)

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