Sanskrit Baby Names
Names with Sanskrit roots, from the traditional favorites to the modern picks, with what each one means and how it is doing in the US today. Browse 100+ names, each with its meaning and current US rank.
- #50
Maya
Sanskrit · Girl
A name rich with meaning across cultures, from illusion in Sanskrit to water in Hebrew.
- #102
Bodhi
Sanskrit · Boy
Awakening and enlightenment, a name that invites spiritual curiosity.
- #112
Arya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means noble, a name of honor and dignified bearing.
- #295
Bodhi
Sanskrit · Unisex
Awakening and enlightenment, a state of deep wisdom.
- #456
Ayaan
Sanskrit · Boy
A fortunate name meaning gift of god and divine blessing.
- #641
Aarav
Sanskrit · Boy
A peaceful name meaning wisdom and calm serenity.
- #714
Vihaan
Sanskrit · Boy
A dawning name meaning the first light of morning.
- #797
Rohan
Sanskrit · Boy
A climbing name meaning ascending, rising toward greatness.
- #834
Aryan
Sanskrit · Boy
A noble name meaning honorable and of high character.
- #841
Ishaan
Sanskrit · Boy
A directional name meaning the sun and lord of the northeast.
- #865
Ila
Sanskrit · Girl
The earth itself, nurturing and generous.
- #1011
Atharv
Sanskrit · Boy
A sacred name from ancient knowledge, wise and scholarly.
- #1049
Dhruv
Sanskrit · Boy
A steadfast name meaning the pole star, constant and true.
- #1051
Avani
Sanskrit · Girl
Means earth, a grounding name connected to the natural world.
- #1059
Saanvi
Sanskrit · Girl
Means the goddess Lakshmi, a name of divine grace.
- #1062
Reyansh
Sanskrit · Boy
A radiant name meaning a ray of light, warm and bright.
- #1082
Aadhya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means the beginning, a name for a firstborn treasure.
- #1166
Tara
Sanskrit · Girl
Means star, a celestial name that shines across the sky.
- #1192
Leela
Sanskrit · Girl
The divine play of creation, joyful and free.
- #1221
Rishi
Sanskrit · Unisex
A wise sage who sees beyond the ordinary.
- #1254
Vivaan
Sanskrit · Boy
A radiant name meaning the first rays of the morning sun.
- #1350
Arun
Sanskrit · Unisex
Meaning dawn or the reddish glow of sunrise in Sanskrit, Arun is a name that greets each...
- #1550
Isha
Sanskrit · Girl
Means one who protects, a name of gentle guardian strength.
- #1564
Siddharth
Sanskrit · Boy
A name meaning one who has attained goals, blessed with purpose.
- #1577
Ananya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means unique, a name for someone unlike any other soul.
- #1615
Kiran
Sanskrit · Unisex
Ray of light, breaking through clouds with hope.
- #1626
Dev
Sanskrit · Boy
A divine name meaning god, radiant with celestial power.
- #1635
Rudra
Sanskrit · Boy
A fierce name meaning the roaring storm god, powerful and untamed.
- #1636
Shaurya
Sanskrit · Boy
A brave name meaning valor and heroic courage.
- #1646
Ansh
Sanskrit · Boy
A tender name meaning a beloved portion of something greater.
- #1660
Priya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means beloved, a name that speaks of deep and lasting love.
- #1674
Aditya
Sanskrit · Boy
A solar name meaning belonging to the sun, radiant and strong.
- #1772
Ajay
Sanskrit · Boy
An unconquered name meaning invincible, strong and enduring.
- #1865
Pranav
Sanskrit · Boy
A sacred name meaning the primordial sound of the universe.
- #1948
Jaya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means victory, a triumphant name of winning spirit.
- #1981
Ravi
Sanskrit · Unisex
The sun, brilliant and life-giving.
- #2015
Shreya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means auspicious, a name of favorable fortune and grace.
- #2019
Nikhil
Sanskrit · Boy
A complete name meaning entire and whole, encompassing all.
- #2094
Samar
Sanskrit · Boy
A name meaning battle companion, loyal and resolute.
- #2113
Aditi
Sanskrit · Girl
Boundless and free, mother of all the gods.
- #2275
Arnav
Sanskrit · Boy
An oceanic name meaning vast sea, deep and boundless.
- #2476
Vedant
Sanskrit · Boy
A philosophical name meaning the essence of all knowledge.
- #2491
Darsh
Sanskrit · Boy
A perceptive name meaning sight and vision.
- #2491
Kavya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means poetry, a literary name of artistic beauty.
- #2504
Uma
Sanskrit · Girl
Means tranquility, the gentle name of a powerful goddess.
- #2576
Krishna
Sanskrit · Boy
A divine name meaning dark and beautiful, the beloved deity.
- #2774
Ishani
Sanskrit · Girl
Means goddess Parvati, a name of powerful feminine energy.
- #2824
Ashwin
Sanskrit · Boy
A celestial name from the divine horseman healers of legend.
- #2849
Keshav
Sanskrit · Boy
A flowing name meaning one with beautiful long hair, graceful and divine.
- #2900
Advait
Sanskrit · Boy
A unique name meaning one of a kind, without a second.
- #3085
Ojas
Sanskrit · Boy
A vital name meaning energy and inner strength.
- #3171
Vikram
Sanskrit · Boy
A valorous name meaning brave and powerful, fit for a king.
- #3291
Mihir
Sanskrit · Boy
A radiant name meaning the sun, warm and nourishing.
- #3360
Tanvi
Sanskrit · Girl
Means beautiful and delicate, a name of slender grace.
- #3380
Divya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means divine light, a radiant name of heavenly beauty.
- #3461
Reva
Sanskrit · Girl
A star that moves gracefully across the heavens.
- #3512
Parth
Sanskrit · Boy
A princely name meaning prince and skilled archer.
- #3602
Indira
Sanskrit · Girl
She who possesses splendid beauty and radiance.
- #3689
Surya
Sanskrit · Boy
A solar name meaning the sun god, fierce and golden.
- #3693
Tejas
Sanskrit · Boy
A radiant name meaning brilliance, splendor, and sharp intellect.
- #3831
Kavi
Sanskrit · Boy
A poetic name meaning wise poet, gifted with words.
- #3837
Laksh
Sanskrit · Boy
A focused name meaning aim and target, driven by purpose.
- #3868
Varun
Sanskrit · Boy
A name of the water god, vast as the ocean itself.
- #4161
Esha
Sanskrit · Girl
Means desire, a name of passion and heartfelt longing.
- #4237
Arun
Sanskrit · Boy
A glowing name meaning the reddish glow of the rising dawn.
- #4361
Mukesh
Sanskrit · Boy
A liberating name meaning lord of the silent ones, peaceful and deep.
- #4552
Dharma
Sanskrit · Unisex
Cosmic law and righteousness, walking the true path.
- #4555
Eshan
Sanskrit · Unisex
Desiring and seeking, a seeker of truth and meaning.
- #4598
Urvi
Sanskrit · Girl
Means earth, a grounding name of nurturing strength.
- #4791
Tanay
Sanskrit · Boy
A familial name meaning son, cherished and deeply loved.
- #4818
Anand
Sanskrit · Boy
A joyful name meaning bliss and eternal happiness.
- #4818
Anand
Sanskrit · Unisex
Pure bliss and deep contentment.
- #4891
Devi
Sanskrit · Girl
Means goddess, a divine name of celestial power.
- #4925
Manu
Sanskrit · Unisex
The first human in Hindu tradition, wise and original.
- #5099
Radha
Sanskrit · Girl
Means prosperity and success, a name of joyful devotion.
- #5134
Rishabh
Sanskrit · Boy
A supreme name meaning the best and most excellent.
- #5266
Hari
Sanskrit · Unisex
One who takes away sorrow, golden and radiant.
- #5300
Karma
Sanskrit · Unisex
Destiny shaped by one's own actions, meaningful and profound.
- #5892
Soham
Sanskrit · Boy
A spiritual name meaning I am the universe, infinite and whole.
- #5913
Vayu
Sanskrit · Unisex
The wind god, swift and all-reaching.
- #6155
Lakshmi
Sanskrit · Girl
Means fortune and beauty, a name blessed by the divine.
- #6324
Chaitra
Sanskrit · Girl
Means the first month of spring, a name of new beginnings.
- #6423
Kamala
Sanskrit · Girl
Means lotus, a sacred flower rising pure from the water.
- #6770
Kartik
Sanskrit · Boy
A celestial name from the god of war, brave and radiant.
- #7070
Niharika
Sanskrit · Girl
Means dewdrop or nebula, a name bridging earth and sky.
- #7221
Umesh
Sanskrit · Boy
A divine name meaning lord of the dawn, gentle and bright.
- #7276
Gauri
Sanskrit · Girl
Means white or fair, an epithet of the goddess Parvati.
- #7399
Vinay
Sanskrit · Boy
A modest name meaning humility and gentle manners.
- #7402
Nandini
Sanskrit · Girl
A daughter who brings boundless joy and happiness.
- #7407
Nisha
Sanskrit · Girl
Means night, a name of calm darkness and starlit peace.
- #7533
Chetan
Sanskrit · Unisex
Consciousness and awareness, alert and perceptive.
- #7678
Charu
Sanskrit · Girl
Means beautiful, a name of simple and lovely grace.
- #7827
Omkar
Sanskrit · Boy
A sacred name meaning the sound of creation itself.
- #8011
Amit
Sanskrit · Boy
A boundless name meaning infinite and immeasurable.
- #8222
Bhavesh
Sanskrit · Boy
A cosmic name meaning lord of the world, vast and powerful.
- #8226
Anil
Sanskrit · Boy
A breezy name meaning wind, free-spirited and ever moving.
- #8427
Mohan
Sanskrit · Boy
A charming name meaning enchanting and attractive.
- #8482
Rajan
Sanskrit · Boy
A kingly name meaning ruler with grace and authority.
- #8564
Tarun
Sanskrit · Boy
A youthful name meaning young and tender, fresh and vibrant.
- #8604
Mani
Sanskrit · Unisex
A precious jewel, rare and lustrous.
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