Indian Baby Names with Meanings – 75,000+ Boy & Girl Names

Choosing the perfect name for your newborn is one of the most exciting decisions for parents. In this guide we explore unique Hindu baby boy names, beautiful Bengali girl names, popular Kannada names and divine names of Lord Krishna, each with its meaning and native script.

Unique Hindu Baby Boy Names: Tradition Meets Modern

Parents often look for names that carry deep meaning while sounding fresh. Here are some unique Hindu baby boy names (अनूठे हिंदू लड़कों के नाम) that strike that balance.

Unique Hindu Baby Boy Names

Name	Meaning
Aarav	Peaceful, calm (आरव)
Ishaan	Lord of the north-east, a name of Lord Shiva; also used for the sun (ईशान)
Vihaan	Dawn, a new beginning (विहान)
Devansh	Part of God (देवांश)
Riaan	Little king (from the Irish Ryan); a modern name popular in India (रियान)

Classic Favourites That Still Feel Fresh

Names that have been loved for years and still sound modern:

Name	Meaning
Arjun	Bright, shining; the heroic archer of the Mahabharata (अर्जुन)
Advik	Unique, matchless (अद्विक)
Kian	King (Persian) or ancient (Irish Cian) (कियान)
Laksh	Aim, target, goal (लक्ष)

Beautiful Bengali Baby Girl Names

Bengali names have a lyrical charm, often inspired by nature, mythology and literature.

Bengali Baby Girl Names

Name	Meaning
Anwesha	Quest, search (অন্বেষা)
Keya	The keya flower, a fragrant screwpine blossom (কেয়া)
Riddhi	Prosperity, growth; a companion of Lord Ganesha (ঋদ্ধি)
Ishika	Paintbrush; also 'reed' or 'arrow' (ইশিকা)
Sanjana	Gentle, calm; also given as 'in harmony' (সঞ্জনা)

Popular Kannada Baby Names

Names used widely in Karnataka, shown in Kannada script. Most of these are also popular across India.

Kannada Baby Names

Name	Meaning
Anika	Grace; a girl's name (ಅನಿಕಾ)
Nidhi	Treasure; a girl's name (ನಿಧಿ)
Vihan	Morning, dawn; a boy's name (ವಿಹಾನ್)
Dhruv	Steadfast; the pole star; a boy's name (ಧ್ರುವ)
Maya	Illusion; also a name of Goddess Lakshmi; a girl's name (ಮಾಯಾ)

Divine Lord Krishna Names for Baby Boys

Many Hindu parents choose a name of Lord Krishna to connect their child with devotion and tradition.

Lord Krishna Names

Name	Meaning
Madhav	A name of Krishna, as a descendant of Madhu; also read as 'husband of Lakshmi' (माधव)
Govind	Protector of cows; a name of Krishna (गोविन्द)
Keshav	One with beautiful hair; also the slayer of the demon Keshi (केशव)
Gopal	Cowherd, protector of cows (गोपाल)
Kanha	A loving name for young Krishna (कान्हा)

Frequently Asked Questions

Name	Meaning
How do I find a unique name that is still meaningful?	Look for less common names with clear meanings, check how they sound with your surname, and avoid unusual spellings that will be hard to pronounce.
Can I use a Bengali or Kannada name if we are from another region?	Yes. Many names, like Anika, Nidhi and Dhruv, are used all over India. Just check the meaning and pronunciation in your family's language.
How do I check the meaning of a name?	Look at more than one reliable source, ask elders or a priest who knows the language, and see our page on how we research names (https://kidsnames.in/how-we-research-names). Many popular names have more than one accepted meaning, depending on the language they come from.

Find More Names

Want more ideas? Try our baby name generator (https://kidsnames.in/baby-name-generator) to get suggestions by gender, origin and starting letter, and read how we research names (https://kidsnames.in/how-we-research-names) to see how we check the meanings and origins on this site. Tap any name in the tables above to open its full meaning page.

Final Thoughts on Naming Your Baby

Whether you choose a unique Hindu boy name, an elegant Bengali girl name, a Kannada favourite or one of Lord Krishna's many names, pick the one that carries the meaning you want for your child. The right name will feel special to your family and stay with your child for life.