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Sanskrit Names for Girls

  1. Devi
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "divine"
    • Description:

      This Hindu goddess name has a powerful heritage plus lively sound with a devilish edge. If you're enchanted by goddess names but want to set your little girl apart from all the Lunas and Athenas in the playground, consider Devi.
  2. Dharma
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "truth"
    • Description:

      In Buddhism, Dharma embodies the basic principles of cosmic existence--making it a fitting name for the hippyish character on the sitcom Dharma and Greg, whose middle name was Freedom.
  3. Rohana
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "sandalwood"
    • Description:

      A multicultural choice with a variety of meanings, Rohana could make an interesting alternative to Johanna, Rosanna, Rowan, Rowena, or Roshan.
  4. Pavana
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "peacock"
    • Description:

      If there are too many Savannahs in your neighborhood, you might consider this. Pavana is a Hindu goddess of the wind.
  5. Chakra
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "wheel, circle"
    • Description:

      For devoted New Agers only: yoga practitioners know this as the center of spiritual energy in the body.
  6. Padma
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "lotus"
    • Description:

      A name rich in Hindu tradition as the alternate name for the Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of beauty and charm; currently borne, appropriately, by model-actress-writer Padma Lakshmi.
  7. Mandala
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "circle"
    • Description:

      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 feels both natural and original, always a positive combination, but parents considering it should make themselves away of its deeper meaning.
  8. Parvati
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "the daughter of the mountain"
    • Description:

      This Hindu goddess name is very popular in India. The goddess of love, fertility and devotion, representing female force, Parvati is the wife of Shiva and the mother of Ganesh. There is a Harry Potter character named Parvati Patil, a twin sister of Padma..
  9. Gita
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit; Latvian; Czech "song; pearl or strength or exalted one"
    • Meaning:

      "song; pearl or strength or exalted one"
    • Description:

      A simple, international name extremely popular in India. The word, meaning "song", also appears in the name of the Bhagavad Gita, a Hindu sacred text. Geeta is a spelling variant.
  10. Ramana
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "beautiful"
    • Description:

      Has a sound as lovely as its meaning.
  11. Jena
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Jennifer, variation of Gina, English, Arabic, "white wave; paradise"
    • Meaning:

      "white wave; paradise"
    • Description:

      Jena is a succinct name with a number of different roots, making it a versatile choice. On one hand, it might be used as a diminutive for the 70s favorite Jennifer, a name of Cornish origin that was hugely popular in a number of countries in the latter half of the 20th century. Jena might feel sleeker and more contemporary to some than the long form.
  12. Lalita
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "playful, charming"
    • Description:

      Lolita without the naughty implications.
  13. Amita
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "infinite"
    • Description:

      Feminine form of Amit that's simple and lyrical and close in spirit to a familiar term for friendship.
  14. Shilpa
    • Origin:

      Hindi name with Sanskrit roots meaning "ornament, work of art"
    • Meaning:

      "ornament, work of art"
    • Description:

      A popular name in India, several famous Indian women carry this sweet sounding name.
  15. Taj
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "crown"
    • Description:

      Taj is a cool new name with ancient Eastern roots. While Taj can work for either sex, Taja might be a feminine alternative.
  16. Bali
    • Origin:

      Place-name and Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "strength"
    • Description:

      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.
  17. Rishi
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "sage"
    • Description:

      Wise, with vivacity.
  18. Ranee
    • Description:

      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 or a ruling queen in South Asian cultures, particularly in India. The spelling 'Ranee' is an Anglicized variation of the more traditional 'Rani.' While not among the most common names in Western countries, it has seen modest usage among those seeking names with regal associations or South Asian cultural connections. The name carries an elegant, noble quality and exotic appeal. Its straightforward pronunciation and spelling make it accessible despite its international origins. Ranee offers a combination of feminine strength, cultural richness, and royal connotations that appeals to parents looking for a distinctive yet meaningful name.

  19. Rama
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "lofty"
    • Description:

      This name of a revered Hindu deity is heard in several cultures.
  20. Bala
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "young"
    • Description:

      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.

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