These Beautiful Indian Baby Names Are Perfect for Your Little 'Bachcha'
India is home to so many different religions, languages, and legends, all of which provide fertile ground for a ton of unique Indian baby names.
In many Indian cultures, names are based on the astrological sign the cute little bachcha (which translates to “baby” or “child”) happens to land on. And many of the names we’ve listed below have origins in the ancient Sanskrit language, which is similar to Latin in that it is the root of most modern Indian languages. Many Indian names can also be modified to specify gender by adding or removing suffixes, and there are also plenty of unisex names from which to choose; in fact, the majority of those in the Sikh religion are given to both boys and girls.
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According to the latest data from the United States Social Security Administration (which keeps track of the popularity of names by decade, state and territory, and more variables), the name India has fallen in and out of favor with time — in 2019, it was bestowed on 283 female babies while the name peaked in popularity in 2001 when it was given to 1,049 female babies (the government agency doesn’t contain information about how many boys have been given the name).
So whether you’re searching for a baby name that will please your daadee ma (“grandmother”) or you simply love Indian culture and symbolism, here are some beautiful and inspiring Indian monikers for girls and boys that are truly meaningful. In fact, you’ll have trouble settling on just one!
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Indian baby names for girls
There are so many beautiful baby names for girls, from Mahadevi (which translates to “Great Goddess”) to Deva (“Superior”) and Sanjna (“Conscientious).
Aahna: exist
Aesha: wish
Adhira: moon
Alisha: noble
Amara: eternal
Amoli: precious
Ananya: unique
Anika: grace
Arya: noble
Bhagya: destiny
Bimala: pure
Chahna: love
Chanda: moon
Charu: attractive
Damini: lightning
Deepak: lamp
Devya: divine power
Dulari: dear
Ekaanta: unique
Esha: desire
Eta: luminous
Falguni: beautiful
Fulki: spark
Gana: garden
Gazala: deer
Giva: hill
Haimati: snow queen
Hanima: a wave
Hiya: happiness
Ishita: wealth
Izna: light
Jaya: victory
Jenya: true
Jyothi: sunlight
Jana: people
Kaia: stable
Karishma: miracle
Kashvi: shining
Kamala: lotus
Keerthi: fame
Keya: flower
Krisha: divine
Laasya: dance
Ladli: loved one
Laranya: graceful
Lekha: picture
Maalai: flower garland
Mahika: dew
Madhuri: charming
Mana: mind
Mangala: fortune
Mehar: grace
Milana: union
Mirai: miracle
Mythri: friendship
Nabhitha: fearless
Nadia: beginning
Naina: eyes
Naitee: destiny
Namita: humble
Nandini: bringer of joy
Neysa: pure
Nira: plow
Nisha: night
Omala: earth
Oviya: artist
Pallavi: new leaves
Pari: beauty
Pia: beloved
Prisha: beloved
Pooja: prayer
Quasar: meteor
Rajani: night
Ramya: beautiful
Rhea: singer
Rina: gem
Roshni: brightness
Ruhi: soul
Saachi: truth
Sahana: patience
Salena: moon
Saloni: beautiful
Shefali: flower
Sneha: love
Suvarna: golden
Suhanisa: enlightenment
Taahira: modest
Taara: star
Trayi: intellect
Tuhina: snow
Udaya: dawn
Urja: energy
Vahini: flowing
Vasudha: earth
Varsha: rain
Vidya: wisdom
Viti: light
Vilina: dedicated
Zahira: shining
Zaina: beautiful
Next: Unisex Indian baby names, Indian baby Names for boys
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