Indian baby names with meanings
Indian names reflect the incredible diversity of the subcontinent — Sanskrit, regional and modern blends — names like Advik, Ananya, Ishaan and Diya loved across generations. This page collects 41 Indian names — 18 for boys, 23 for girls and 0 for unisex — with every meaning and gender shown at a glance, so you can shortlist the ones that speak to you.
Among the most popular Indian boy names are Ayaan, Reyansh, Arnav, Kabir, while top girl picks include Ananya, Aaradhya, Diya, Myra. Names are ordered by popularity rank, with classics and rising favourites mixed together.
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Popular Indian names
The most popular Indian names first, with meaning, origin and gender for easy comparison.
| Name | Meaning | Origin | Gender |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ananya | Unique, incomparable | Indian | girl |
| Ayaan | Gift of God | Indian | boy |
| Aaradhya | Worshipped, adored | Indian | girl |
| Diya | Lamp, divine light | Indian | girl |
| Reyansh | Ray of light, part of the sun | Indian | boy |
| Myra | Beloved, ocean of grace | Indian | girl |
| Arnav | Ocean, sea | Indian | boy |
| Ishita | Supreme, desired | Indian | girl |
| Kavya | Poetry, wisdom | Indian | girl |
| Kabir | Great, powerful | Indian | boy |
| Ryan | Little king | Indian | boy |
| Navya | New, young | Indian | girl |
| Vivaan | Full of life, lord of the sun | Indian | boy |
| Samaira | Enchanting, beautiful | Indian | girl |
| Aaryan | Noble, great warrior | Indian | boy |
| Rohan | Ascending, rising | Indian | boy |
| Shlok | Verse, hymn | Indian | boy |
| Anika | Grace, brilliance | Indian | girl |
| Kiara | Bright, clear | Indian | girl |
| Prisha | Beloved, pleasing | Indian | girl |
| Saanvi | Goddess Lakshmi, beloved | Indian | girl |
| Advik | Unique, one of a kind | Indian | boy |
| Aryan | Noble, great warrior | Indian | boy |
| Dev | God, divine | Indian | boy |
| Ivaan | Gracious gift | Indian | boy |
| Jay | Victory, triumph | Indian | boy |
| Kiaan | Gracious, king | Indian | boy |
| Nirvaan | Liberation, peace | Indian | boy |
| Riyaan | Little king, gates of heaven | Indian | boy |
| Viaan | Full of life | Indian | boy |
| Aarna | Goddess Lakshmi, flowing | Indian | girl |
| Aarvi | Peace, prosperous | Indian | girl |
| Aanya | Gracious, resurrection | Indian | girl |
| Advika | Unique, one of a kind | Indian | girl |
| Avni | Earth | Indian | girl |
| Mishika | Sweet, innocent | Indian | girl |
| Nivaan | Peace | Indian | girl |
| Shanvi | Goddess Lakshmi | Indian | girl |
| Suhana | Beautiful, pleasant | Indian | girl |
| Tara | Star, goddess | Indian | girl |
| Vanya | Gracious, forest | Indian | girl |
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Indian baby names FAQ
What are popular Indian baby boy names?
Popular Indian boy names include Ayaan, Reyansh, Arnav, Kabir. There are 18 Indian boy names in our collection, each with its meaning and origin shown in the table below.
What are popular Indian baby girl names?
Popular Indian girl names include Ananya, Aaradhya, Diya, Myra. You will find 23 Indian girl names in the list below, sorted by popularity with meanings included.
What does Indian origin mean in baby names?
Indian names reflect the incredible diversity of the subcontinent — Sanskrit, regional and modern blends — names like Advik, Ananya, Ishaan and Diya loved across generations.