Top IndianBaby Names
Naming in India is rarely a casual act; it is a profound cultural milestone. While the deep reservoir of Sanskrit and Dravidian languages remains the primary source, the *form* of these names is evolving. The modern Indian parent seeks 'The Sweet Spot': a name that has a profound, auspicious meaning (often rooted in mythology or nature) but is short, easy to pronounce globally, and does not feel 'dated'. It is about carrying the culture forward without being weighed down by it.
The Role of Astrology (Nakshatras)
For millions of families, the first letter of the name is decided not by preference but by the stars. The 'Rashi' (zodiac) and 'Nakshatra' (birth star) determine the auspicious phonetic sound for the child's name. This beautiful constraint ensures every name is cosmically aligned with the child's birth chart.
100+ Popular Indian Names (2026)
Explore the top choices preferred by parents in India, ranging from the traditional to the modern.
sana
Resplendent and Glorious - Shining with brilliance and honor
rukhsana
Bright-faced, Radiant - One with a luminous presence
fatima
The Shining One - Daughter of Prophet Muhammad, the most honored woman in Islam
maryam
Star of the Sea - Beloved - Mother of Jesus in the Quran
ali
The Exalted One - Cousin and successor of Prophet Muhammad, symbol of courage and knowledge
amina
Trustworthy and Honest - Mother of Prophet Muhammad
zainab
Grace and Beauty - Granddaughter of Prophet Muhammad, known for wisdom and piety
imran
Long-lived - Prosperous - One blessed with longevity and prosperity
laila
Night Beauty - One with mysterious charm and dark elegance
malik
King - One of sovereign authority and noble bearing
aisha
Living, Alive - One full of vitality and spirit
faisal
Decisive and Determined - One who judges with wisdom and clarity
noor2
Light and Radiance - One who brings illumination and hope
khalid
Eternal, Immortal - One who will endure forever
usman
One of Strong Scent - Third Caliph of Islam, known for his piety and generosity
zahra
The Bright One - Radiant and Shining - Flourishing like a flower
leila
Night, Dark Beauty - One with mysterious charm
bilal
Moisture and Freshness - The first Muezzin of Islam, symbol of freedom
amir
Prince, Commander, Emir - A leader of noble character
saira
Blooming Flower, Princess - One who is beautiful and noble
rania
Queen - Sovereign - One of royal and majestic bearing
mariam
Beloved, Star of the Sea - One who is cherished
ayaan
Gift of God - One who arrives or comes forth with blessings
rashid
Well-Guided and Prudent - One who follows the right path with wisdom
hassan
Good, Beautiful - One with handsome features
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Trending Boy Names
ali
The Exalted One - Cousin and successor of Prophet Muhammad, symbol of courage and knowledge
imran
Long-lived - Prosperous - One blessed with longevity and prosperity
amir
Prince, Commander, Emir - A leader of noble character
ayaan
Gift of God - One who arrives or comes forth with blessings
karim
Generous, Gracious - The Most Merciful
jamal
Beauty, Elegance - One with graceful features
rahim
Merciful, Compassionate - One who shows mercy
sameer
Lively Companion - One who brings joy and entertainment
samir
Entertaining Companion, Lively - One who brings joy
naeem
Blessing, Grace - One who is blessed
vedansh
Part of the sacred Veda, Divinely inspired
reyansh
Ray of light, Part of Lord Vishnu
advait
Unique, Non-dual, One of a kind
ayan
God's gift, Watchful, Seeing
rayyan
Gate of Paradise, Luxurious, Plentiful
zain
Beauty, Grace
Trending Girl Names
sana
Resplendent and Glorious - Shining with brilliance and honor
rukhsana
Bright-faced, Radiant - One with a luminous presence
fatima
The Shining One - Daughter of Prophet Muhammad, the most honored woman in Islam
amina
Trustworthy and Honest - Mother of Prophet Muhammad
noor2
Light and Radiance - One who brings illumination and hope
zahra
The Bright One - Radiant and Shining - Flourishing like a flower
saira
Blooming Flower, Princess - One who is beautiful and noble
yasmin
Jasmine Flower - One who is fragrant and delicate
nadia
Hope and Inspiration - One who brings hope to others
alisha
Noble and Exalted - Of noble character and divine grace
amira
Princess, Noblewoman - One of royal descent
hira
Diamond - Precious Gemstone - Pure and brilliant like a diamond
hina
Henna, Fragrant Plant - One with natural beauty
safa
Purity, Clarity - One who is pure and clear
anaya
Inexhaustible, Without a superior, Caring
ira
Earth, Goddess Saraswati, Watchful
zara
Blooming flower, Radiance
inaya
Help, Care, Protection
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Trending Now
We predict a surge in names ending in 'a' for boys (like Agastya, Vedant) and short, two-syllable Sanskrit words (Veda, Tara) that work seamlessly in the West ('Indo-Western' names).