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Hindu boy names

4,051 names

4051 boy names commonly given in the Hindu tradition, most popular first. Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s community, religion or caste.

Guide

Hindu boy names in Nepal, and the meanings behind them

These 4051 Hindu boy names offer several ways to express a wish for your child: kindness, contentment, courage or a love of nature. Start with the meaning you would like to carry into daily life. Names are shared across communities; a name tells you nothing certain about a person’s community, religion or caste.

  1. Qualities parents hope for

    Bibek (विवेक) means conscience, wisdom and discernment. Santosh means contentment and peace of mind, and Sujan means a good person, wise and kind-hearted.

  2. The natural world

    Sagar means ocean, Saroj means lotus, and Sunil means deep blue, like the sky.

  3. Related English forms

    Bibek is a form of Vivek, Bishal of Vishal, and Bikash of Vikas. Compare the English forms beside the Nepali spelling before choosing one.

Hindu boy names with meanings for character

Some parents look for a name that carries a wish. Bibek (विवेक) means conscience, wisdom and discernment. Santosh means contentment, satisfaction and peace of mind. Suman means flower, and also cheerful and good-minded. Sujan means a good person, wise and kind-hearted. Ashish means a blessing or good wishes. Roshan means bright and shining. Read the meanings aloud with your family, then compare notes on our guide to choosing a Nepali baby name.

Hindu boy names for nature, light and fresh beginnings

Sagar (सागर) means ocean, and Saroj means lotus, literally born of a lake. Prakash means light and brightness, while Suraj means the sun. Sunil means deep blue, like the sky. Nabin means new and fresh. Bishal means huge and vast. Compare a natural image with a wish for a fresh beginning before choosing the meaning you prefer.

Tips for parents

  • Choose the spelling you will register, then use it on the birth certificate, passport and school forms alike.
  • Say a short name such as Ram or Anil with your surname, and listen for where the stress falls.
  • Check the Devanagari form with someone who reads it fluently, since one sound can have more than one written shape.
  • Keep a list of three names and try each one in a sentence at home before you decide.

Frequently asked questions

What are some Hindu boy names with good meanings?

Bibek means wisdom and discernment, Santosh means contentment, Sagar means ocean, Prakash means light, and Sujan means a good person. Each has its own page with its Nepali spelling.

What does the name Bibek mean?

Bibek means conscience, wisdom and discernment. It is written विवेक in Devanagari and is a form of Vivek.

Are some Hindu boy names also used for girls?

Yes. Of these 4051 names, 353 are also given to girls. Names are shared across communities, and their use does not establish anyone’s religion, community or caste.

Where can I see Hindu girl names and names of deities?

Our Hindu girl names page has the matching list for daughters, and the guide to names from Hindu gods and goddesses covers names taken from divine figures.