Girl Names
Hindi-origin girl names
42 names
42 girl names used in Nepal whose etymology traces to Hindi, most popular first. Includes names given to both boys and girls. See all Hindi-origin names.
- Sonu♂♀सोनुAffectionate name meaning gold or golden
- Sony♀सोनीBeautiful, golden
- Chandani♀चाँदनीMoonlight
- Simran♀सिमरनRemembrance
- Soni♀सोनीBeautiful, lovely
- Soniya♀सोनियाGolden, beautiful
- Sonika♀सोनिकाGolden
- Sona♀सोनाGold
- Rakhi♀राखीSacred protective thread tied on Raksha Bandhan
- Jeena♂♀जीनाLife or living
- Moti♂♀मोतीPearl
- Sonal♂♀सोनलGolden
- Kajol♂♀काजोलKohl applied to the eyes
- Saloni♂♀सलोनीBeautiful, lovely, dear one
- Sonali♂♀सोनालीGolden
- Barkha♂♀बर्खाRain, rainy season
- Chunauti♀चुनौतीChallenge
- Mousami♀मौसमीSeasonal
- Payal♀पायलAnklet
- Sahara♂♀सहाराSupport, help
- Gudiya♂♀गुडियाDoll
- Simaran♂♀सिमरनRemembrance, meditation on God
- Simron♀सिमरनRemembrance, meditation
- Sonee♀सोनीBeautiful, golden
- Sonia♀सोनियाBeautiful, golden
- Suhana♀सुहानाPleasant, charming and delightful to the senses
- Suhani♀सुहानीPleasant, beautiful and delightful
- Bharosha♀भरोशाTrust, faith, reliance
- Bindiya♀बिन्दियाDecorative forehead dot worn by women
- Chandni♀चाँदनीMoonlight
- Nirala♀निरालाUnique, extraordinary, distinctive
- Salona♀सलोनाBeautiful, attractive
- Salouna♀सलौनाLovely, charming and attractive
- Sapna♀सपनाDream
- Sonalee♀सोनालीGolden
- Soney♀सोनीBeautiful, golden
- Chameli♀चमेलीJasmine flower
- Maina♀मैनाMyna bird
- Maushmi♀मौसमीSeasonal
- Mausumi♀मौसुमीSeasonal
- Salouni♀सलौनीBeautiful, lovely
- Sohana♀सोहनाBeautiful, charming, pleasant
Guide
Hindi-origin girl names, from golden wishes to moonlight
In this collection of 42 Hindi-origin girl names, gold and precious things offer one starting point, but not the only one. Chandani (चाँदनी) means moonlight, and Jeena (जीना) speaks of life and living. Compare those images with devotional meanings such as Simran before choosing your favourites.
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Golden meanings
Sona means gold. Sonika means golden or precious like gold, and Sonal means of gold, precious and bright.
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Affectionate choices
Sonu is an affectionate name meaning gold, golden or dear one. Soni means beautiful, lovely or golden and precious.
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Beyond gold
Rakhi names a sacred protective thread. Moti means pearl, while Chandani means the soft, cool light of the moon.
Hindi-origin girl names with golden meanings
If you like the idea of someone precious, compare the different sounds here. Sonu (सोनु): Affectionate name meaning gold or golden; dear one. Sony: Variant spelling of Soni; beautiful, golden. Soni: Beautiful, lovely; golden and precious one. Soniya (सोनिया): Variant spelling of Sonia; golden, beautiful. Sonika: Golden; beautiful and precious like gold. Sona: Gold; one who is precious and golden. See Hindi-origin names for more choices across genders.
Moonlight, remembrance and life
These meanings give your shortlist a different direction from gold. Chandani (चाँदनी): Moonlight; the soft, cool light of the moon. Simran: Remembrance; meditative remembrance of God's name. Rakhi: Sacred protective thread tied on Raksha Bandhan. Jeena (जीना): Life or living; to live fully and joyfully. Moti: Pearl; a precious gem from the sea. Sonal: Golden; of gold, precious and bright. For a sibling, browse Hindi-origin boy names.
Tips for parents
- Say Sona, Soni and Sonika together to hear which ending fits your surname.
- Choose a natural image such as moonlight or a devotional idea such as remembrance.
- Keep Sony and Soni beside सोनी when discussing spelling with family.
- Try the full name aloud as well as the affectionate form you expect to use.
Frequently asked questions
What are some Hindi-origin girl names used in Nepal?
Sonu, Soni, Sonika, Chandani, Simran and Jeena are choices in this group. Their meanings include gold, moonlight, remembrance and life.
Which Hindi-origin girl names mean golden?
Sona means gold; Sonal means golden or of gold. Sonika means golden and precious like gold. Soni also includes beautiful and lovely.
What is the difference between Chandani and Simran?
Chandani means moonlight, a natural image. Simran means remembrance, including meditative remembrance of God’s name, so its emphasis is devotional.
Does a Hindi-origin name identify a person’s community?
No. A linguistic origin describes a name, not a person’s community, religion or caste. Choose the sound and meaning that suit your family.