79 Cool Indian Names For Girls And Boys
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Irrespective of gender, several Indian baby names are inspired by different gods and goddesses.
Some of the popular Indian baby boy names have fascinating meanings, such as full of life, name of Lord Krishna, part of god, brave king, victorious ruler, star in the sky, and divine fire. On the other hand, girl names in India have meanings like goddess Durga, brave princess, sweet and peaceful, and self-power.
Read on for some of the unique and interesting Indian baby names to take inspiration from.
Cool American Indian Names
Remembering one’s roots is emphasized explicitly in India. You can check out this list of cool American Indian names.
Aanya (Hebrew origin), meaning 'limitless, abound, resurrection, and grace of god', is a name quite favored by American Indians.
Aarav (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'howling, thundering or peaceful, and noiseless', is just a two-syllable name. One of the popular Indian baby names.
Advik (Hindi origin), meaning 'unique, or someone who cannot be matched', is another popular name for a boy.
Ayaan (Indian origin), meaning 'gift of god', is a name that has risen to extreme popularity in the past few years.
Dev (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'god or god-like', is a name popularly given to male kids by American Indians, for it is easy to pronounce and read.
Disha (Sanskrit origin),meaning 'direction', is a popular name among Indians and is derived from Sanskrit. A virtuous name for a little princess.
Eesha (Hindi origin), meaning 'desire or pleasure', is a traditional name for girls but with a modern spelling.
Gina (Italian origin),meaning 'powerful woman, pure, or queen', is another English-sounding name fairly sought by American Indians.
Harsh (Hindi origin), meaning 'joy, full of life, and happiness', is another Indian name for boys.
Ishaan (Indian origin), meaning 'lord of wealth or sun', is a modern name endorsed by Indians.
Kabir (Arabic origin), meaning 'great', is a modern name that will remind you of the famous saint Kabir and his teachings in India.
Kiaan (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'god’s grace', is just another name for Lord Vishnu and a modern-sounding name preferred by Indians.
Reyansh (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'sun’s light or first ray of light', is a name quite popular amongst Indian origin people across the globe. A perfect name for a handsome Indian baby boy.
Ryan (Irish origin), meaning 'little king', is another name popular among native and American Indians for baby boys.
Samar (Arabic origin), meaning 'fruit, reward, or evening confabulations', is another pleasant American Indian name you can choose. It is one of the popular baby names for your new-born little king.
Tisha (American origin), meaning 'happiness and joy', is a diminutive version of the name Letitia.
Yash (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'splendor, success, glory, and fame', is another adorable name that is light on tongue. A unique name for your prince.
Zara (Arabic origin), meaning 'princess', is widely appreciated for its short and lovely spelling and feel.
Cool Ancient Indian Names
Choosing a name for one’s child is a big decision, for a name is no less than a prayer. Here is a list of cool ancient Indian names from the mythological era for your child, which you will love. Get it rolling.
Aakash (Hindi origin), meaning 'the sky', is another popular male name.
Abhidyu (Hindi origin), meaning 'bright as heaven', is a popular name given to a boy child.
Agira (Indian origin), meaning 'fire, heaven, or sun', is a popular name for Indian girls.
Akshar (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'eternal', is also the name of Lord Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma and is given to a boy child.
Anshumat (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'shining or luminous', is also the name of a chariot fighter mentioned in Hindu mythology.
Arjun (Hindi origin), meaning 'shining, luminous, or bright', is an extremely popular name used for boys.
Arya (German origin), meaning 'melody', is a name that can be traced back to Indo-Iranian roots and it also means 'noble'.
Chandra (Hindi origin), meaning 'moon', is another traditional name for Indian girls.
Eni (Greek origin), meaning 'one born with strength', is a cute and sweet name you can use for your girl child.
Hansika (Indian origin), meaning 'little swan', is a popular Indian name given to baby girls.
Idhika (Indian origin), meaning 'Goddess Parvati', is a name primarily given to Hindu baby girls.
Iksha (Hindi origin), meaning 'sight', is another popular and adorable name conferred to baby girls in the Hindu community.
Ishani (Hindi origin), meaning 'Lord Shiva’s wife, or close to god', is a modern name widely favored for girls in India.
Jigyasa (Indian origin), meaning 'curiosity', would definitely be a perfect name you can gift your baby girl for life.
Krishna (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'all-attractive, dark blue, or black', is the name of the prime Hindu deity Lord Krishna, which you can choose for your baby boy.
Pushpa (Hindi origin), meaning 'having qualities of a flower', is a popular name for Indian girls.
Riddhi (Hindi origin), meaning 'prosperity and good luck', is another Indian name you can choose for your pretty girl child.
Vishnu (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'one who prevails in everything and everywhere', is a popular name given to male children.
Cool Indian Warrior Names
Why not pick a name that sounds compelling and inspires valor as well? Here is a list of cool Indian warrior names that we have selected for you. Enjoy!
Arjun (Hindi origin), meaning 'shining, bright, or luminous', is another popular name you can give to your baby boy.
Aryan (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'superior, victorious, or noble', is a popular male Hindu name you can choose for your boy child.
Biren (Indian origin), meaning 'lord of warriors', is another popular name given to Hindu boy kids. It will inspire valor in your kid.
Dabeet (Hindi origin), meaning 'warrior', is a name implying strength that you can give to your little one.
Govam (Indian origin), meaning 'unique men', is another name you can choose for your baby boy.
Jagat (Hindi origin), meaning 'world', is another name primarily used for males.
Jayas (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'victory or one who wins over everything', is derived from the name of Goddess Durga.
Karan (Indian origin), meaning 'companion, helper', is also a name of a generous warrior mentioned in Hindu mythology.
Kishaal (Hindi origin), meaning 'warrior son', is another chivalric name you can pick for your baby boy.
Nishita (Indian origin), meaning 'shrewd, sharp, or alert', is a name given to baby girls, especially in Jain and Hindu society,
Om (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'sacred syllable', is another popular male name for Indian boys.
Paarthiv (Hindi origin), meaning 'Earth’s prince', is a popular name used for boy children in India, specifically in the Hindu community.
Praveeth (Tamil origin), meaning 'warrior', is another name for a boy child you can decide on for your baby.
Ranbir (Indian origin), meaning 'brave warrior', is a popular name shared by famous Indian actor Ranbir Kapoor.
Ronit (Hebrew origin), meaning 'charming, embellishment, or graceful', is a popular Hindu boys’ name you can choose for your kid.
Shahraan (Persian origin) means 'royal warrior or knight'.
Shaurya (Indian origin), meaning 'valor or mighty', is another popular name given to male children in the Hindu community.
Veeresh (Hindi origin), meaning 'ruler of warriors, brave and chivalric', is a powerful name you can give to your baby boy. Indeed one of the popular baby names.
Vrishaketu (Marathi origin), meaning 'son of warrior Karna', is another Indian name with the vigor of a warrior, which you can choose for your baby boy.
Cool Indian Names Start With D
If your kid is to be named with D on a due date established by the priest, or you are just looking for the names starting with the said alphabet, you are at the right place. Here is a list of gender-neutral and gender-specific cool Indian names with D. Read on!
Daanesh (Hindi origin), meaning 'knowledge, one who is intelligent or wisdom', is a name you will commonly come across for a boy’s name.
Dabeet (Hindi origin), meaning 'warrior', is exclusively a name given to boys.
Daivik (Hindi origin), meaning 'by God’s grace', is another name you can give to your baby boy.
Dakshesh (Indian origin), meaning 'Shiva or lord of Daksha', is a name given to male children in the Hindu community.
Dakshinya (Indian origin), meaning 'modesty, or Parvati, Shiva’s wife', is an Indian name for a baby girl you can give to your child.
Daniya (Arabic origin), meaning 'one who is close or kind-hearted', is a popular name given to baby girls.
Darmika (Indian origin), meaning 'philanthropic, virtuous, benevolent, and gracious', is another traditional name that sounds cool for your baby girl.
Darshan (Sanskrit origin), meaning 'to see, or auspicious sight',is a popular name for male kids among Hindus.
Darsheel (Indian origin) means 'something that appears pleasing or lovely'.
Daruna (Indian origin), meaning 'very strong or as hard as wood', is another compelling name for a boy.
Deeksha (Hindi origin), meaning 'sacrifice or initiation', is a trending name for a girl child that you can choose.
Deepali (Indian origin), meaning 'string of lamps', is a popular name given to baby girls among Hindus.
Deepthy (Hindi origin), meaning 'glow, light, brilliant, or shine', is a name you can give to your baby girl.
Deeva (Hindi origin), meaning 'divine or sacred lamp', is a traditional yet modern name you can choose for your baby girl.
Deshna (Indian origin), meaning 'gift', is a Gujarathi name widely used for girls.
Devayani (Indian origin), meaning 'goddess-like or daughter of Shukra', is a popular name you can choose for your baby girl.
Devyam (Hindi origin), meaning 'part of god', is another name starting with D for boys.
Dhruv (Indian origin), meaning 'faithful and firmly fixed', is also an anime of Vishnu’s devotee, who became the Pole Star.
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