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Boy Names

Sanskrit-origin boy names

3,198 names

3198 boy names used in Nepal whose etymology traces to Sanskrit, most popular first. Includes names given to both boys and girls. See all Sanskrit-origin names.

Guide

Sanskrit boy names with meanings

Sanskrit is the language behind a large share of Nepali names. This page brings together 3,198 names with Sanskrit roots that suit boys, and 307 of them are also used for girls. Origin here means the language a name's root comes from. It does not say anything about which families or communities use the name.

  1. A deep pool to choose from

    With 3,198 names, this is one of the widest lists on the site. You can start with a meaning you love and work back to a name.

  2. Nature and light

    Sagar means ocean, Saroj means lotus, and Suraj means the sun. Prakash means light, brightness and illumination.

  3. Qualities and blessings

    Santosh means contentment and peace of mind. Ashish means a blessing, and Sujan means a good person, wise and kind-hearted.

Sanskrit boy names with meaning

Bibek (विवेक) means conscience, wisdom and discernment. Santosh (सन्तोष) means contentment and peace of mind. Prakash means light, Bishal means vast or great, and Manish means lord of the mind. Ashish means a blessing or good wishes. The full list is on our Sanskrit boy names page.

From Sanskrit root to Nepali everyday name

Many of these names have a spelling that differs slightly from the older Sanskrit form. Bibek is a variant of Vivek, Bishal of Vishal, and Bikash of Vikas. Others keep a simple shape, like Nabin, meaning new and fresh, or Anil, meaning wind. Ram means pleasing and charming. Read more about Sanskrit names or browse traditional Nepali names.

Tips for parents

  • Choose the meaning first, then compare the Sanskrit and Nepali spellings of the name you like.
  • Say the name with your surname to check that the stress falls comfortably.
  • Write the Devanagari form as well, since a Roman spelling can hide a long vowel.
  • Look at names used in your own family before deciding, so the child's name sits well beside them.

Frequently asked questions

What are some Sanskrit boy names with meanings?

Bibek means conscience and wisdom, Santosh means contentment, and Prakash means light. Sagar means ocean, Bishal means vast or great, and Ashish means a blessing.

Does a Sanskrit name tell you a person's community?

No. Origin only describes the language a name's root comes from. Sanskrit names are used by many families across Nepal, and a name on its own says nothing about a person's background or beliefs.

Are Sanskrit names and Nepali names the same thing?

Not quite. Many Nepali names have Sanskrit roots, but others come from Nepali words or from Tibetan, Arabic and Persian. The two groups overlap without being identical.

Can I find Sanskrit names connected to gods and goddesses?

Yes. Many names in this list are also names of deities, such as Ram and Krishna. Browse names of deities if you want to start from a story rather than a meaning.