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Hindu tradition names

5,233 names

Names with documented associations to Hindu religious traditions, deities and Sanskrit literature. Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s community, religion or caste. Boy Names only · Girl Names only

Guide

Hindu names with meaning for your baby

This page brings together more than 5,000 Hindu names with meaning, all commonly used in Hindu families in Nepal. Many draw on Sanskrit, nature and deities, and each entry includes its Nepali spelling. These names are also shared across many communities, so a name on this list never tells you anything about a particular person.

  1. More than 5,000 names

    We list 5,323 names commonly used in Hindu families, for boys, girls and both, so you have plenty of room to find one you love.

  2. Inspired by nature

    Many names describe the natural world, such as Sagar (ocean, sea), Saroj (lotus, born of a lake) and Anil (wind, air; the god of wind).

  3. Hopeful qualities

    Others name a quality a family hopes for, like Bibek (wisdom, discernment), Santosh (contentment) and Sujan (good person; kind-hearted).

Hindu baby names in Nepal and their roots

Many Hindu names in Nepal come from Sanskrit, and their meanings often point to light, nature or virtue. Prakash means light and brightness. Suraj means the sun. Suman means flower, and also good-minded and cheerful. Sunil means deep blue, like the sky. You can read more about this language root on our names by origin page, or browse names by theme on names by meaning.

Names shared across communities

A tag on this page records that a name is commonly used in Hindu families. It does not mean only Hindu families use it. Names like Roshan, which means bright and shining, are used widely across Nepal. Many families also hold a naming ceremony, called nwaran, after a birth. If you are comparing traditions, our names by community page shows other groups side by side.

Classic or modern?

Some families want a timeless name, others want something fresh. Compare our traditional Nepali names with modern Nepali names to see which style fits.

How to choose

  • Start with a meaning you love, such as light, nature or wisdom, then compare names.
  • Check the Devanagari spelling as well as the Roman one before you register it.
  • Say the full name aloud with your family name to hear how it flows.
  • Shortlist three to five names and share them with close family before deciding.

Frequently asked questions

What are some Hindu names that mean light?

Prakash means light, brightness and illumination, and Suraj means the sun, the radiant source of light. Roshan, meaning bright and shining, is another option. Each has its own page with its Nepali spelling.

What are good Hindu baby boy names in Nepal with meaning?

Bibek (wisdom, discernment), Santosh (contentment, peace of mind), Sagar (ocean) and Nabin (new, fresh) are all commonly used. Browse the full list or filter by meaning to find more.

Does a Hindu name tell you a person's religion?

No. Our tags only record where a name is commonly used. Names are shared across communities in Nepal, so a name never reveals a person's religion, caste or background.

What is a nwaran ceremony?

Nwaran is a naming ceremony that many families in Nepal hold after a birth. It is a common time for a family to share the name they have chosen for the baby.