Baby Names

Since ancient times, naming babies after their birth has been a widely practiced tradition in many religions. Religion places significant emphasis on choosing a name that carries specific meanings. The selection of the best name for a child is determined based on religious beliefs. In our society, a person's name plays a crucial role in defining their identity. The religious practice of naming individuals originated to bestow a unique identity upon them, as their entire future is believed to rest upon it. Not only in India but also in other countries, people of various faiths have attached great importance to the naming process for several decades. Within religious contexts, it is believed that a name should possess positive connotations to uphold the individual's reputation within the community. According to religious beliefs, a person's personality is believed to be influenced by their name. This implies that the characteristics of an individual, such as how they treat others and the tone of their speech, are all reflected in their name. In many religious traditions, the naming of a baby takes place shortly after birth. Most parents aspire to give a meaningful name to their child, as they believe that the name can shape the child's future and nature. Success in life is also thought to be influenced by one's name. In various religious communities, there is a strong emphasis on ensuring that a child, especially a daughter, becomes a successful individual. To achieve this, parents often choose names for their child that carry deep and inspiring meanings associated with success.

Hindu girl names with meanings

Name Meaning
Manjari A bunch
Maniya A glass bead
Maniv Anvi
Manitha Together, Conversation with God, Honored
Manita Together, Conversation with God, Honored
Manisitha Desired, A wish, Wisdom
Manisila A jewelled stone
Manisi Wise, A learned person, Knowledgeable person, Desired
Manishka Wisdom, Intellect
Manishitha Desired, A wish, Wisdom
Manishita Desired, A wish, Wisdom
Manishika Intelligence, Consideration, Intelligence
Manishi Wise, A learned person, Knowledgeable person, Desired
Manisha Intellect, Desire, Wish, Goddess of mind, Wisdom, Thoughtfulness, Hymn
Maniratna Diamond
Manini Lady, Nobel, Women, Self respected
Maninga Treasure, A river
Maninee Lady, Nobel, Women, Self respected
Manimozhi Good girl
Manimekhala A girdle of gems
Manimay Full of jewel
Manimala A string of pearls
Manikuntala One whose hair is like gems
Manikarni Goddess Durga, Earring containing a jewel
Manika Of jewels, Ruby
Manideepa A lamp of precious stones
Mania The quiet one, Worthy of honor, Respected, Honourable
Manhita Wins hearts, Togetherness
Mangla Auspicious, Before morning, Sacred grass, Jasmine, Another name for Uma and Durga
Mangiri Flower of mango plant
Mangalya Pious, Pure
Mangali Auspicious, Fragrant
Mangalavathi Name of a Raga
Mangalalakshmi Name of Shakti
Mangala Auspicious, Before morning, Sacred grass, Jasmine, Another name for Uma and Durga
Mangai Cultured lady
Maneeshi Wise, A learned person, Knowledgeable person, Desired
Maneesha Intellect, Desire, Wish, Goddess of mind, Wisdom, Thoughtfulness, Hymn
Mandvi Consort of Bharat in Ramayan, Fit, Competent, Administrator (Wife of Bharat (Lord Rama's brother))
Mandra Pleasant
Mandodari Consort of Rawan
Manditha Decorated, Adorned
Mandita Decorated, Adorned
Mandira Cymbals, Home, A dwelling, Sacred, Temple, Sea, Melodious, The melodious sound produced by cymbals
Mandeepa Light of heart
Mandavi Consort of Bharat in Ramayana (Bharat's wife & King Janak's daughter)
Mandarmalika A garland of celestial
Mandarika The Coral tree
Mandara Large, Firm, Slow, Heavenly
Mandana Cheerful
Mandamaari Name of a Raga
Mandala
Mandakranta A Sanskrit metre
Mandakini A river, The milky way, A tributary of the river Ganges
Manda A river
Manayi (Wife of Manu)
Manavi Girl with humanity, One who poses all best qualities (Wife of Manu)
Manavathi Goddess Durga, She who has big heart
Manaswini Goddess Durga, Self-respecting, Self-controlled, Wise, Sensible, Intelligence, Virtuous wise
Manaswi Intelligent, Wise, Sensible, Self-respecting, Self-controlled
Manasvitha
Manasvini Goddess Durga, Self-respecting, Self-controlled, Wise, Sensible, Intelligence, Virtuous wise
Manasvi Intelligent, Wise, Sensible, Self-respecting, Self-controlled
Manasvee Intelligent, Wise, Sensible, Self-respecting, Self-controlled
Manasika Of mind
Manasi With a sound mind, A lady, Intellectual or spiritual endeavour, Another name for Saraswati
Manashvi Intelligent, Wise, Sensible, Self-respecting, Self-controlled
Manasavi Good-minded, Intelligent
Manasaa Conceived in the mind
Manasa Conceived in the mind, Intellect, Mind, Heart, Born in the mind
Mananya Deserving praises, Praiseworthy, 44
Manana Meditation
Manali A bird
Manal Attainment, Achievement, A bird
Manaka According to the mind, Affectionate
Manah Mind
Manadha Giving honor
Mana Supernatural power
Mamtha Affection, Preeti, Motherly Love
Mamon Lovable
Mamathi Pretty
Mamatha Affection, Preeti, Motherly Love
Mamata Affection, Preeti, Motherly Love, Maternal Love, Deep, Attachment
Malvika One who lived in malva
Malu Short name of Malavika
Malti A creeper with fragrant flowers
Malsa Sweet
Mallika Jasmine, Garland, Queen, Daughter
Malliga Jasmine
Malli Flower
Malka Queen
Malishka
Malini Fragrant, Jasmine, Gardener, Another name for Goddess Durga and the Ganges, A garland maker, Wearing a garland
Malina Dark
Malika Daughter, Queen, Owner, A garland, Jasmine, Intoxicating drink
Malaya A creeper, Sandalwood, Fragrant, 44
Malavika Princess of malawa
Malavashree Name of a Raga
Malati A creeper with fragrant flowers
Malathy Rajas good friend, Lover and life partner, Name of a flower, Sweet smelling and makes it’s presence

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