Hindu Baby Names with meanings, boy & girl names
Handpicked names with meanings & origins
Hindu baby names are among the most meaningful in the world — drawn from Sanskrit, the Vedas and the great epics, each carries a blessing, a deity or a virtue. From timeless classics like Aarav and Saanvi to Vedic and mythology-inspired names, every choice connects a child to a 5,000-year tradition of devotion, knowledge and grace.
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Boy Names
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Unisex Names
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Mythological & Spiritual Names
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Frequently asked questions
What makes a good Hindu baby name?
A good Hindu name usually carries a clear, positive meaning — often the name of a deity, a virtue, or a natural element — and pairs well with the family surname across both Hindi and English.
Are Hindu names chosen by Rashi or Nakshatra?
Traditionally yes. Many families pick the first syllable based on the baby’s birth Nakshatra (Janma Nakshatra). Use our free Kundali tool to calculate your baby’s Janma Nakshatra and its traditional naming sound.
Which modern Hindu names are trending in 2026?
Soft, open-vowel names like Reyansh, Vivaan, Anaya and Saanvi remain hugely popular, alongside Vedic revivals like Atharv and Ishaan.