Hindi Names that Start With D

  1. Deva
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "divine, shining one"
    • Description:

      If you don't want your daughter to be a Diva, try this Hindu moon goddess name that was chosen by actress Monica Bellucci for hers.
  2. Dhani
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "rich"
    • Description:

      Dhani is a haunting Hindi name for boys that's a million miles away from the similar-sounding Danny or Donny. One notable namesake is musician Dhani Harrison, look-alike son of Beatle George. He is named after the sixth and seventh notes of the Indian music scale, 'dha' and 'ni'. 'Dhani' is also a raga in north Indian classical music. Another noted bearer is longtime NFL linebacker Dhani Jones.
  3. Devika
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "little goddess"
    • Description:

      Nine little goddesses got this lovely name in the US in 2021, making it a usable yet unusual entry in the popular mythological category. Devika is a diminutive of Devi, the head goddess of Hindu mythology. English speakers might make Devi the short form.
  4. Dhara
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "the earth"
    • Description:

      An international take on Dara.
  5. Daru
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "pine or cedar"
    • Description:

      Accessible, aromatic Indian name.
  6. Deshan
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "of the nation"
    • Description:

      Attractive Indian name unfamiliar to most Western parents.
  7. Darsha
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "to see, to perceive, to have vision"
    • Description:

      Indian name similar in feel to some of the increasingly popular Russian names.
  8. Devraj
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "ruler of the gods"
    • Description:

      An imposing meaning, an appealing sound.
  9. Dayaa
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "compassion"
    • Description:

      The double vowel changes this name's pronunciation and gives it a novel twist.