99 Thai Girl Names With Positive Meanings

Elevate your darling daughter's charisma by gifting her an exquisite Thai name.

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Thailand follows the ancient tradition of naming their babies with a strong meaning. This post on Thai girl names provides you with a wonderful selection of options if you're looking for a distinctive and culturally significant name for your baby girl.

Most Thai babies have two names: a formal name, and a nickname that will serve as a common appellation. However, children are not generally given their formal names immediately after birth. They are usually given a nickname at first before choosing their legal name. The chosen nickname may represents the child’s appearance or events around their birth and is used to address the child in their daily life (1). When deciding on the most fortunate and ideal legal name for their child, parents seek advice from a monk, fortune teller, or other renowned members of the society. In Thai culture, the family name is something that one inherits from the paternal family (1).

The names of girls in Thai culture often have stories, customs, and meanings attached to them that have been passed down through the years. These names carry a sense of profound significance and are usually derived from the nature or physical attributes that a parent might want their child to possess. Beam, which means a ray of light, Nan, an elegant and graceful girl, and Khun Mae, meaning the honorable mother, are a few examples of names, among others, that Thai parents choose for their daughters.

People of this culture also believe in naming their babies after a famous personality as it might give the baby the qualities of leadership, creativity, charisma, empathy, or whatever it could be.

The options of Thai names for girls are numerous and endearing. Whether you're searching for a name that evokes the beauty of Thai landscapes, the elegance of their traditions, or just grabs your heart, this list covers most of these genres. Every name has a tale to tell, a history to uphold, and a future to welcome. Keep reading to explore more.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Ariya	Girl	Honorable; Noble; Aryan; Song; Melody
Asiyah	Girl	Grieved; Distressed; Caring one
Kalaya	Unisex	Beautiful woman
Mali	Girl	Jasmine; Industrious; Beloved; Bitter; Of Magdala; High tower; Vigorous; Brave; Ruler; Beautiful horse; The firstborn son; Strong; Queen
Sura	Girl	Noblewoman; Princess; Heavenly; Brave; Grey; Glory
Janyah	Unisex	God is gracious; Pure; Ethics; Moral; Conduct; Noble
Janya	Girl	Ethics; Noble; Produced; War; God is gracious
Malai	Girl	A garland of flowers
Thara	Girl	Stream; Water; Wealth
Lalita	Girl	Playful; Charming; Desirable

Ammara	Girl	One who builds; One who lives a long life; Thrive; Grace; Immortal
Kanya	Girl	Virgin; Girl; Daughter; Maiden; Young woman
Lawan	Girl	Beautiful
Jariya	Girl	A maid or a slave; Conduct; Behavior
Chitra	Girl	A picture; Bright; Jewel; Clear
Araya	Boy	Leader by example; Good; Noble; Righteous; Wild valley
Leeyah	Girl	Weary; Meadow
Arinya	Unisex	Knowledge; Awareness; Understanding
Malee	Girl	Jasmine
Malisa	Girl	Bee; Flower; Little one

Lawana	Girl	A graceful and beautiful individual
Kritika	Girl	The name for the constellation of the Pleiades
Tasanee	Girl	A beautiful view
Chanya	Girl	Noble; Chaste; Moral; Conduct
Tida	Girl	Daughter; People; Sun
Saylee	Girl	Plum tree; Flower
Thira	Girl	Scholar; Philosopher; Wise; Learned; Star; Ruler of the people
Kalaia	Unisex	Princess; Popular; Beautiful woman; Lofty
Sirin	Girl	Sweet; Long-lasting; Beautiful victory
Madee	Girl	A good beginning

Nicha	Unisex	Clean; Pure
Thida	Girl	Goddess Sita; Daughter; Girl
Darika	Girl	Star
Wila	Unisex	Feline; Loyal; Craft; Cunning
Sukanya	Girl	Virtuous girl
Kalya	Boy	Beautiful woman; Lovely; Auspicious
Kanchana	Boy	Gold; That which Shines
Likhita	Boy	Written; Document; Destined
Likhitha	Boy	Written; Document; One who is skilled in writing; Destined
Phaelyn	Girl	Sapphire; A variant of Phailin

Phailin	Girl	Sapphire
Achara	Girl	An angel who is very pretty or beautiful
Chira	Girl	Lantern; Young; Lord; Long
Chula	Girl	Star-shaped kite; Excellent; Fox
Mild	Girl	Kind; Soft-spoken; Tolerant; Mild-tempered; Patient
Hom	Girl	The sweet smell
Kirati	Girl	An epithet of Durga; Honor; Fame; Prestige
Lamai	Girl	One of soft skin and nature; A caring person
Metta	Boy	Kindness; Compassion; Benevolence; Mercy; Pearl; Strength in battle
Nisa	Boy	Women; Night; Fresh blossom; Rainbow color; Holy

Panya	Girl	One who is crowned in victory; Wisdom or knowledge
Ratri	Girl	Night
Sirikit	Girl	A woman with the qualities of a Queen
Siriporn	Girl	Blessed glory; Blessed splendour
Suchitra	Girl	Good illusion
Suda	Girl	She who is a daughter; Woman; Lady; Generous
Kannika	Girl	A beautiful flower
Kanok	Girl	Design or pattern
Karawek	Girl	A bird found in Thailand; Bird
Karnchana	Girl	A beautiful and lovely girl

Khun-Mae	Girl	The honorable mother
Kohsoom	Girl	Lotus in Thai language
Kulap	Girl	The flower rose.
Kwang	Girl	Deer
Malivalaya	Girl	Climbing jasmine
Mayuree	Girl	Beautiful
Pakpao	Girl	The fighter kite
Pensri	Girl	The beauty of the moon
Phaibun	Girl	To prosper and flourish
Phairoh	Girl	Pleasant sounding

Phawta	Girl	Pleasing to the eye
Phitsamai	Girl	An adorable woman
Phueng	Girl	Bee
Pimchan	Girl	Beautiful as the moon
Prija	Girl	Intelligence; An intelligent and smart woman
Ratanaporn	Girl	Crystal blessing
Rochana	Girl	Sweet words; One who is very sweet with the words
Saengdao	Girl	Starlight
Samorn	Girl	A woman who is beautiful and beloved
Sanoh	Girl	Something that sounds pleasant

Sanouk	Girl	An enjoyable festival
Sopa	Girl	An incredibly pretty girl
Sunstra	Girl	A woman with beautiful eyes
Tansanee	Girl	Beautiful view
Anong	Girl	A gorgeous woman
Boonsri	Girl	Beautiful
Busarakham	Girl	Yellow sapphire
Duangkamol	Girl	Right from the heart
Duanphen	Girl	Full moon
Bunga	Girl	Flower; Potpourri

Ploy	Girl	Precious stone or gem
Aom	Girl	To encircle; To embrace
Kanokwan	Girl	Kanok means gold, Wan means sweet
Natcha	Girl	Intelligent
Lalisa	Girl	One who is praiseworthy
Sunisa	Boy	Good night
Varunya	Unisex	Excellent; Reward; Blessing
Chalaem	Girl	Pretty; Attractive; Beautiful
Nipharat	Girl	Equal jewel; Comparable gem

We hope that your exploration of the meanings and origins of each name as you near the conclusion of this list of Thai girl names has been both inspiring and enjoyable. By choosing a Thai-inspired name for your little one, you are connecting your family to the rich history of this culture. However, an important point to remember while choosing a name and blending it with your choice is to remain respectful towards the language and the beliefs of the particular culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some cute Thai nicknames for a girl?

Thai nicknames are often inspired by the names of cute animals, such as Taay for rabbit, Maew for cat, Noo for mouse, Kwang for deer, and Kop for frog. Nicknames are also sometimes derived by combining two terms. For instance, Nong Pla is a nickname that combines Nong, a term used to refer to a younger sibling, with Pla, meaning fish.

2. What Thai name means dream?

Chintana is a charming name that means 'imagine' or 'dream' in Lao and Thai. Ratree is another Thai name that means 'night.'

3. How do Thai baby girl names differ from Thai baby boy names in terms of meanings?

Thai girl names differ from boy names in terms of what they signify. For instance, Thai girl baby names may be associated with meanings such as beauty, love, flowers, moon, and sweetness. In contrast, Thai boy baby names may be more oriented toward the meanings of power, strength, happiness, victory, and wisdom.

4. How are Thai baby girl names influenced by Buddhism or other religious traditions in Thailand?

Thai naming systems borrow names with symbolic associations from Buddhism and Sanskritic traditions. Their names focus on meanings that relate to prosperity, blessings, virtues, and Buddhist teachings. A few Thai girl names influenced by religious traditions include Pranee, which means 'living being' based on Sanskritic culture. Kulap is influenced by Persian culture and means 'rose,' whereas Lalita meaning 'charming,' is influenced by Hinduism.

Infographic: Sweet Thai Names To Consider For Your Daughter

Thai names are distinctive and symbolize sentiments of joy and delight. Many parents consider these names because of their uniqueness and their associations with the beautiful and verdant country of Thailand. We help you in your search for the right Thai name for your daughter with the following infographic containing the finest Thai baby girl names.

delicate and adorable thai baby girl names (infographic)

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