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Indian Girl Names

  1. Leela

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "play"

    • Description:

      While Leela may be a spelling variation of Lila or Leila, it's also an Indian name in its own right with a playful meaning. And unlike it's more popular Western sisters, Leela does not create pronunciation confusion.
  2. Lilavati

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Description:

      A lovely name with a lovely meaning ("amusing, charming, graceful" in Sanskrit), Lilavati is a rare Indian name with a handful of historical namesakes. Notable bearers include the daughter of great 12th century mathematician Bhaskara, who named one of his mathematical treatises after her, and a 13th century Sri Lankan queen who was only the second woman to rule the country as sovereign in her own right.
  3. Diya

    • Origin:

      Mbama, Sanskrit, Hindi and Latin

    • Meaning:

      "love; lamp; heavenly"

    • Description:

      A sweet and simple multicultural choice which has several different meanings and origins.
  4. Rani

    • Origin:

      Hindi, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "queen; she is singing"

    • Description:

      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. Actress Kate Hudson and director Danny Fujikawa named their daughter Rani after Fujikawa's late father, whose name was Ron.
  5. Meera

    • Origin:

      Hindi, Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "light, saintly woman; prosperous"

    • Description:

      Meera Bai, also spelled Mirabai, was a great female Hindu mystical poet whose works are popular throughout India. She was a fifteenth-sixteenth century Indian princess who devoted her life to writing paeans of devotion to the god Krishna.

      The story of Meera was the basis of an eponymous Indian historical drama television series in 2009. It's also gotten a boost from HBO's Game of Thrones, in which Meera Reed is a tough, wise character who cares for the disabled seer Bran Stark once he flees Winterfell.

  6. Reva

    • Origin:

      Hindi river name; Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "rain"

    • Description:

      Refers to one of the seven sacred rivers of India.
  7. Avani

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "the good earth"

    • Description:

      A familiar name in India, Avani has a soft but spirited sound and an attractive meaning, perfect for lovers of nature and those looking for a name to celebrate the planet. Derived from the Sanskrit word for "earth", English speakers are likely to pronounce it with three syllables (UH-vah-nee), while in Hindi, it is said as AHV-nee and in Marathi as ah-VAH-nee.
  8. Riya

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "singer"

    • Description:

      Looking for a musical name beyond the increasingly popular Aria? Why not consider the similar sounding Riya, a familiar yet little used name (in the US) with the appealing meaning "singer" and a similar sound to the likes of Mia and Leah.
  9. Lalita

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "playful, charming"

    • Description:

      Lolita without the naughty implications.
  10. Jaya

    • Origin:

      Hindi-Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "victory"

    • Description:

      This name of a Buddhist goddess, a possible alternative to the trendy Maya, was chosen for their daughter by Laura Dern and Ben Harper. Jaya is simple yet unusual, a winning combination, and one of the out-of-the-box goddess names as well as one of the most easily translated Hindi names for girls.
  11. Isha

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "master, lord"

    • Description:

      A short and sweet Hindi name which has been relatively popular in the UK – peaking at #280 there in 2003.
  12. Teja

    • Origin:

      Slovene diminutive of Doroteja and Mateja

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      Slovene mini name that was once short for names like Doroteja and Mateja, but now is more popular independently.
  13. Sahana

    • Description:

      Sahana is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin primarily used in Indian culture, particularly in southern India. The name carries beautiful meanings including "patience," "endurance," and "strength" in Sanskrit, while in some contexts it can also mean "graceful" or refer to a musical raga that conveys serenity and peace. This harmonious blend of meanings makes Sahana particularly appealing, representing both inner strength and artistic grace. While traditional within Indian communities, Sahana has gained international recognition for its melodic sound and accessible pronunciation across cultures. The name has seen modest but steady usage in diaspora communities and among non-Indian parents drawn to names with meaningful origins. Its three flowing syllables and positive associations make it both substantial and elegant.

  14. Soma

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "to extract"

    • Description:

      Appearing in an early Hindi scripture, The Vedas, Soma is the name of both a ritual drink or elixir, and of a deity, often connected to the moon god Chandra. The drink is sometimes interpreted as having the power to grant immortality or divine qualities, but its actual, more literal meaning is "extract" or "distil" in Sanskrit.
  15. Shanti

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "peace"

    • Description:

      This Hindi word which is used in prayer is one of the prime names that mean peace, always a nice message to impart to a child. Nick Nolte used it for his daughter.
  16. Sona

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "gold"

    • Description:

      Derived from suvarna, a Sanskrit word meaning "good color".
  17. Ahana

    • Description:

      Ahana is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it means "dawn" or "first rays of the sun," giving it beautiful symbolism related to new beginnings and light. The name also appears in some African cultures with varied meanings. Ahana has gained increased recognition in India and among the Indian diaspora, particularly in recent decades. Its melodious sound with soft vowels makes it appealing across different languages. While still relatively uncommon in Western countries, the name has seen growing international interest due to its beautiful meaning and multicultural appeal. Ahana strikes a balance between uniqueness and accessibility, with a contemporary feel despite its ancient roots. The name carries positive associations with brightness, hope, and the promise of a new day.
  18. Aditi

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "boundless"

    • Description:

      Aditi is the name of the ancient Hindu mother goddess. Sometimes call the Cosmic Creator, Aditi is the goddess of fertility, the earth, the sky, the past and the future. Along with several other Hindu goddess names, Aditi is on the rise.
  19. Sonali

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "gold, beautiful color"

    • Description:

      Especially used in Bengal and Bangladesh, Sonali is nowadays considered to mean "golden". Bengali actress Sonali Chowdhury is a notable bearer of this name.
  20. Sita

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "furrow"

    • Description:

      Sita's off-beat meaning becomes more powerful once you remember that Sita is the Hindu goddess of the harvest - therefore somewhat of a life-force.