Browse Indian Baby Names

Peaceful, calm, and wise. Derived from the Sanskrit word meaning 'peaceful'.

Graceful, inexhaustible. A variant of Anya meaning 'grace' or 'favour'.

Ocean, sea, wave. Represents vastness and depth of character.

Living, prosperous, full of life. The name of the Prophet Muhammad's beloved wife.

Unique, incomparable, matchless. One who has no equal.

Kind to people, benevolent. Derived from Sanskrit roots meaning 'humane'.

Grace, brilliance, sweet-faced. Also means 'goddess Durga' in Sanskrit.

Goddess of forests and nature. One who follows or accompanies.

Bright, shining, white. One of the five Pandava brothers in the Mahabharata, renowned as the greatest archer.

Noble, honourable. Derived from Sanskrit 'arya' meaning 'noble one'.

A small oil lamp lit during festivals; symbol of light dispelling darkness.

Desire, wish. One who is wished for; pure and desired.

Prosperity, long-lived. The name of the father of Mary (Maryam) in the Quran.

One who protects; the night. Also a name of goddess Parvati.

The sun, lord of wealth. Also a name for Lord Shiva, meaning 'northeast direction'.

Victory, triumphant. A name of goddess Parvati and goddess Durga.

Great, powerful, respected. Shared across Hindu and Muslim traditions; the name of the revered 15th-century poet-saint.

Poetry, poetic. One who is creative and expressive like poetry.

Ray of light, beam of sunlight. Represents brightness and hope.

Night, dark beauty. One of the most beloved names in Arabic and Urdu poetry.

Devoted, saintly. The name of the 16th-century bhakti poet-saint Mirabai, known for her devotion to Lord Krishna.

Caller, announcer, moist with dew. A popular name across South Asian Muslim and Eastern European communities.

Love, rain, affection. One who is loving and tender.

Flourishing, long-lived, eloquent speaker. A widely respected name across South Asian Muslim communities.

Beloved, dear one. A timeless name meaning one who is loved and cherished.

Ascending, growing. Also means 'sandalwood' in Sanskrit. A name of Lord Vishnu.

Pure, noble, princess. Widely used across Hindu and Muslim South Asian families.

Meditation, remembrance of God. In Sikhism, refers to the spiritual practice of meditating on the divine name.

Love of the Guru, beloved of the teacher. A deeply spiritual Sikh name.

Light of God, divine flame. Har refers to God, jot means light.

Absorbed in God's love. Absorbed in the divine, devoted to Hari (God).

Star, the one who carries across. Also a Buddhist and Hindu goddess of compassion.

Dawn, the beginning of a new era. Represents the first light of morning.

Beauty, grace, excellence. A name that conveys handsome and dignified character.

Flower, radiance, princess. A name of Arabic origin meaning blooming and bright.

Life, alive, loving. A poetic Urdu name with a sense of warmth and vitality.

One who shows the right path, a guide. Means 'navigator' or 'pilot' in Bengali.

An arrow, a paintbrush. Also means 'sacred' or one who is sharp and precise.

The sun, son of Aditi. A name for the sun god; represents brilliance and energy.

Light, divine radiance. A Quranic name meaning the light of God.

Radiance, brilliance, to shine. A short, elegant name meaning brightness.

Singer, graceful, gem. A melodious name meaning one who sings beautifully.

God, divine. A powerful short name meaning 'divine being' or 'deity'.

Illusion, magic, the creative power of the universe. Also means 'compassion' in Buddhist traditions.

Blue, sapphire-coloured. Derived from Sanskrit 'nila' meaning blue, the colour of Lord Vishnu.

Shore, guide, bank of a river. One who leads others to safety like a riverbank.

Sage, saint, scholar. An ancient Sanskrit word for a wise, enlightened person.

Grace, favour, lightning. A beautiful Sanskrit name meaning one who is gracious.

Full of life, rays of the morning sun. Represents vibrancy and youthful energy.

Slender, delicate, beautiful. One who is graceful and has a gentle nature.

Union, meeting, coming together. Represents unity and harmony.

Unique, non-dual, one of a kind. A philosophical name from the Advaita Vedanta school of thought.

Pole star, constant, immovable. Symbol of steadfastness and devotion.

Son of Shiva, bestower of courage. The Hindu god of war and victory.

Prince, son of the earth. Another name for Arjuna from the Mahabharata.

Ray of light, a part of Lord Vishnu. Represents divine radiance.

The sun, solar deity. The presiding deity of the solar system in Hindu tradition.

Ultimate knowledge, end of the Vedas. Derived from 'Vedanta', the highest philosophical wisdom.

Fame, glory, success. One who is celebrated and brings honour.

Boundless, limitless, mother of the gods. The goddess of sky, consciousness and the past.

Inner light, dawn, one who is immortal. Represents the first light breaking through darkness.

Night rain, without illusion. A poetic name evoking purity and peace.

Earth, the whole world. Representing groundedness and strength.

Divine, heavenly, brilliant. One who shines with a celestial light.

Young, worth praising, new. One who is fresh and full of promise.

Goddess Lakshmi, knowledgeable, one who knows the sacred texts.

Auspicious, fortunate, goddess Lakshmi. One who brings prosperity and good fortune.

Musical note, voice, self-shining. One whose voice is as beautiful as music.

Prosperous, full of life, prince. A name that conveys leadership and vitality.

God's gift, lucky, time. A popular name meaning one blessed by God.

Water, moisture, freshness. The name of the first muezzin in Islam, a symbol of equality.

Strong, steadfast, lion. The name of the Prophet's uncle, known for his bravery.

Father of many nations. The Arabic form of Abraham, a prophet revered in Islam.

Morning star, one who knocks. The name of the brightest star that lights the night.

God increases, God will add. The Arabic form of Joseph, a prophet known for his wisdom.

Growth, abundance, increase. One who flourishes and brings prosperity.

Princess, leader, one who commands. A name of nobility and grace.

One who abstains, captivating. The name of the Prophet's beloved daughter, a symbol of virtue.

Happiness, bliss, contentment. A gentle name meaning one who radiates joy.

Beloved, the Arabic form of Mary. Revered in Islam as the mother of Prophet Isa (Jesus).

Queenly, gazing, contemplative. One who carries herself with regal grace.

Entertaining companion, wind, jovial. One who makes pleasant company.

Jasmine flower, a fragrant blossom. Symbol of elegance and grace.

Fragrant flowering tree, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. A name of great beauty and honour.

Son of Shiva, the one who bestows courage. The Tamil form of Kartik, widely used in South India.

Lord of obstacles, remover of obstacles. Another name for Lord Ganesha.

Poem, poetry, a work of art. One whose life is as expressive as a poem.

Love, affection, delight. The Tamil form of Priti, meaning one who is full of love.

Nectar of immortality, holy water. In Sikhism, refers to the sacred nectar used in the initiation ceremony.

New light, fresh radiance. Combining 'nav' (new) and 'jot' (light).

God's light, divine radiance. Combining 'Prabh' (God) and 'jot' (light).

Blessed by the gods, one who has received divine benediction.

Fragrance, pleasant smell, one who is like a sweet scent.