Indian names for girls - discover what they mean

Traveling has been our passion for over 30 years. Different countries and cultures have always stood out for their traditions and art.

In addition to our passion for ethnic jewelry design and precious stones, we were particularly struck by the naming of people in India.

Almost every name has a meaning. Here is a short list of girls' names and their meanings. Almost all the names come from Sanskrit.

Aahna: to exist
Adhira: moon
Alisha: noble
Amara: eternal
Amoli: precious
Ananya: unique
Anika: grace
Arya: noble
Bhagya: destiny
Bimala: pure
Chahna: love
Chanda: moon
Charu: attractive
Damini: lightning
Deepa: lamp
Devya: divine power
Dulari: dear
Eka: unique
Eta: luminous
Falguni: beautiful
Fulki: spark
Gana: group
Gazala: deer
Giva: hill
Haima: snow
Hanima: a wave
Ciao: happiness
Ishita: wealth
Izna: light
Jaya: victory
Jenya: true
Jyothi: sunlight
Jana: people
Kaia: stable
Karishma: miracle
Kashvi: shining
Kamala: goddess
Keerthi: fame
Keya: flower
Krisha: divine
Laasya: dance
Ladli: beloved
Laranya: graceful
Lekha: image
Maalai: flower garland
Mahika: dew
Madhuri: charming
Mana: mind
Mangala: fortune
Mehar: grace
Milana: union
Mirai: miracle
Mythri: friendship
Nabhitha: fearless
Nadia: beginning
Naina: eyes
Naitee: destiny
Namita: humble
Nandini: bringer of joy
Neysa: pure
Nira: light
Nisha: night
Omala: earth
Oviya: artist
Pallavi: new leaves
Pari: beauty
Pia: beloved
Prisha: beloved
Pooja: prayer
Quasar: meteor
Rajani: night
Ramya: delightful
Rhea: singer
Rina: gem
Roshni: brightness
Ruhi: soul
Saachi: truth
Sahana: patience
Salena: moon
Saloni: beautiful
Shefali: flower
Sneha: love
Suvarna: golden
Suhanisa: enlightenment
Taahira: modest
Taara: star
Trayi: intellect
Tuhina: snow
Udaya: dawn
Urja: energy
Vahini: flow
Vasudha: earth
Varsha: rain
Vidya: wisdom
Viti: light
Vilina: dedicated
Zahira: shining
Zaina: beautiful