Sanskrit Names for Girls
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Ranie
Ranie is a gentle feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Rainie or Rainey, connecting it to rain and suggesting a fresh, natural quality. Alternatively, it…
Ranee
Ranee is a feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word 'rani' meaning 'queen' or 'princess.' It represents the female equivalent of 'raja' (king) and has been used as a title for the wife of a raja…
Rani
Hindi, Hebrew
"queen; she is singing"
Rani, alternatively spelled Ranee, is the female equivalent of Raja in Hindi. In many Indo-Aryan languages it can mean "queen" or "lady". The Hebrew version is used for both genders in modern Israel.…
Rania
Arabic, Greek
"to gaze, to look; heavenly"
As an Arabic name, Rania is a variation of Raniya, ultimately derived from the Arabic word ranā meaning "to gaze" or "side look". Other descendants of this root include Ranya and Rana itself.…
Rishi
Sanskrit
"sage"
Wise, with vivacity.
Rohana
Sanskrit
"sandalwood"
A multicultural choice with a variety of meanings, Rohana could make an interesting alternative to Johanna, Rosanna, Rowan, Rowena, or Roshan. It may be considered a variation of the Hindi Rohan,…
Taj
Arabic
"crown"
Taj is a cool new name with ancient Eastern roots. While Taj can work for either sex, Taja might be a feminine alternative.
Uma
Sanskrit, Hebrew
"light, peace, nation"
Uma is a sweet, strong name for a Hindu goddess... and a Hollywood one. But as popular as Uma Thurman is, other parents have not yet picked up on her name, making it a rarity. Uma is one of the more…
Raga
Sanskrit, musical term
"color or melody"
Raga is musical, yes, but that 'rag' syllable worries us.
Priya
Sanskrit
"beloved"
Priya originated in India as a name derived from the Sanskrit word for "beloved." In India, where names are often given based on one's birthday and horoscope, Priya is traditionally given to girls…
Mandala
Sanskrit
"circle"
A mandala is the magic circle of Buddhism and Hinduism, a powerful spiritual symbol used in art to represent the universe. It's also an important symbol in Jungian theory. As a first name, Mandala…
Sansa
Sanskrit
"praise, charm"
Game of Thrones author George R. R. Martin is a master namer, and this unusual choice from India is beginning to be heard in nurseries as well as on television. Sansa was perhaps slower to catch on…
Shilpa
Hindi name with Sanskrit roots meaning "ornament, work of art"
"ornament, work of art"
A popular name in India, several famous Indian women carry this sweet sounding name.
Pritha
Hindi from Sanskrit "palm of the hand"
"palm of the hand"
Devika
Hindi
"little goddess"
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…
Anoma
Unknown possibly Sanskrit "illustrious"
"illustrious"
Anoma is name occasionally seen in Sri Lanka, India and Thailand. Its meaning is unknown but likely related to the word meaning "illustrious". It is a name that could easily work in English-speaking…
Amita
Sanskrit
"infinite"
Feminine form of Amit that's simple and lyrical and close in spirit to a familiar term for friendship.
Bala
Sanskrit
"young"
In India, Bala is a unisex name, but is likely to be perceived as more feminine in the West. In its feminine form, Bala is associated with the daughter of the red goddess, Lalitha Parameshwari.
Bali
Place-name and Sanskrit
"strength"
Evokes picture-postcard image of colorful Indonesia. Bali Barret is a Paris fashion insider who oversees women's style for Hermes. Bali rhymes with tally or galley.
Chakra
Sanskrit
"wheel, circle"
For devoted New Agers only: yoga practitioners know this as the center of spiritual energy in the body.
