Indian Baby Names

Bisaya is typically used to refer to those who speak Cebuano, a language used in the Philippines; however, it may additionally refer to an ethnic group in Borneo. The exact etymology of the name is unknown, though theories include that it comes from Sanskrit to mean "kingdom, realm, or country" or that is refers to Sri Vijaya, the name of an ancient Malay empire.
 
There is also the possibility that Bisaya is a Yoruba name, used in Nigeria, potentially with the meanings "born to add joy" or "born from joy". Other interpretations and origins are possible, however.
 
Singer Vanessa White and her partner DJ Emmanuel Lawal chose the name Sage Remi-Bisaya for their son, born in 2026.

Bisaya

A succinct and literary choice, Daiva was coined by the Prussian-Lithuanian writer Vydūnas, for his work 1908 work, The Shadows of Probočiai. The exact origins of the name are debated, with some sources suggesting it comes from the Sanskrit daiv to mean "destiny", whereas others link it to Dievs, a masculine name from Baltic mythology meaning "god".
 
In the latter case, it is also linked to the Sanskrit and Hindi Deva or Daeva, meaning "deity" and can be used as an alternative transcription. Typically pronounced as DYE-vuh in Lithuanian, in Hindi, it may be DAY-vah or DEH-vah.

Daiva

Ultimately taken from Sanskrit, Asara is a Malagasy month name, used in some regions of Madgascar. It refers to the hot, rainy season when rice is produced. A summery and weather related choice, it is believed to come from the Sanskrit aśrū meaning "tears, weeping, crying".

Asara

Predominantly used for boys, but occasionally on girls, Krush is a variation of Krishna. Typically used by Marathi speakers, Krush is connected to Hindu tradition in which Krishna was the human incarnation of the god Vishnu and a supreme god in his own right, representing love, protection, and joy.

Krushi

Bannerjee is a masculine name of Bengali origin, representing one of India's most respected Brahmin surnames. It's a variant spelling of 'Banerjee' or 'Bandyopadhyay,' denoting high social status in traditional Bengali society. Historically, Bannerjees were scholars, priests, and educators in eastern India. While primarily used as a surname, it occasionally appears as a first name, honoring family heritage. The name carries associations with intelligence, academic achievement, and cultural sophistication. In Western contexts, Bannerjee may present pronunciation challenges but is increasingly recognized due to global interconnectedness. The name embodies a rich cultural legacy spanning thousands of years of Indian history and philosophy.

Bannerjee

Danu is a name from Irish mythology without many details attached. Some say she's a goddess of agriculture and/or of women, but that does not appear in ancient texts.

In Hindu mythology, Danu is a water goddess. Her name is connected to the river Danube.

Danu

A unisex name, ultimately from Sanskrit, Jaspreet blends the familiar sounds of Jasmin, Jaswinder, Jasper, Priti, and Priya, into a name with a joyful meaning. Combining elements yasas and priti, it could be interpreted as "famous joy", "glorious love", "praise joy and love" or similar. 
 
Familiar in the UK where it ranked in the 90s and 2000s, a notable male bearer is novelist Jaspreet Singh.

Jaspreet

Derived from the Hindu religious text, the Lalita Sahasranama, which celebrates the 1000 names of the Mother Goddess Lalita, Klinkaara (or Klin Kaara) debuted in the US stats in 2025. It was notably used by Tollywood couple Ram Charan and Upasana Kamineni Konidela for their daughter born in 2023.
 
Derived from Klinkaryai or Klinkari, the name could mean "one who is cleansing" or "she who embodies the seed mantra" (or essence of a deity). The name is said to symbolize transformative energy that purifies and leads to spiritual awakening.

Klinkaara

A sleek, concise choice, Rudvik made its debut in the US stats in 2025 when it was given to 33 boys — in turn, placing it among the top debuts of the year. Rudvik is possibly derived from the Sanskrit rud meaning "roaring, howling, screaming", and connected to a fierce wind and storm god, identified with Shiva. 
 
The second element may simply be there to as a suffix, to indicate the name is masculine, however, it could also link to vikas ("growth, progress, prosperity") or vikrama ("valor, stride").

Rudvik

One of the top debuts to the US stats in 2025, Ishvik could be derived from the Sanskrit Ishvara, an epithet for Lord Shiva — the god of destruction, restoration, creation, and transformation in Hindu tradition. Meaning "lord, ruler, god, or divine" — or perhaps "devoted to Lord Shiva" — it is associated with divinity, power, and blessings.
 
Given to more than 30 babies in the US in a recent year, it has also been listed as a modern and trending name by several Indian name bloggers on Instagram, something reflected by social media birth announcements too.

Ishvik

Most Indian names known in the wider world derive from either Hindi, the dominant language of India, or Sanskrit, the ancient Indian language. The Indian names on Nameberry also include a sprinkling of Punjabi and Urdu names.

Indian baby names that are most familiar around the world are usually the names of celebrities, such as Dev Patel or Priyanka Chopra. Some Indian names have become known internationally thanks to the popularity of Eastern religions such as Buddhism.

that rank in the US Top 1000 include Lila, Arya, Kali, and Veda.

 that rank in the US Top 1000 include Arjun, Aarav, Vihaan, and Rohan.

Browse our full list of Indian baby names here. The names are ranked according to their current popularity on Nameberry.

Indian names including Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu,and Punjabi names, with meanings, origins, and popularity, including Indian names for girls and Indian names for boys. (Page 17)

Indian Names