Girl Names

Hindu girl names

83 names

83 names associated with the Hindu naming tradition. The label describes the name, not the person who bears it.

Hindu girl names: list with meanings

Guide

Explore Hindu naming connections in Indonesian girl names

This collection brings together 66 names associated with Hindu naming traditions in an Indonesian context. Explore their meanings and language connections while keeping the name’s cultural associations separate from the identity or beliefs of the person who uses it.

Notice the range of meanings

Pratiwi means “earth, the land supporting life,” while Ratih means “love, delight.” The category includes distinct ideas rather than a single theme.
Keep literary context visible

Anggraini means “name of a female wayang character.” Wayang is an Indonesian performance and storytelling tradition; the supplied explanation is a character reference.
Check each entry’s labels

Some supplied names, including Candra and Rama, are unisex.

Distinguish language origin from Hindu tradition

When exploring Hindu girl names, read the origin and tradition labels as related but separate pieces of information. Sanskerta means Sanskrit, and Jawa Kuno means Old Javanese. These terms describe language connections associated with a name, while the Hindu label describes a naming tradition. Compare the origin index with the broader Hindu tradition collection to explore those perspectives. Neither label establishes the religion, ethnicity, or home region of a bearer, and a Sanskrit connection alone should not be treated as proof of religious use.

Preserve literal meanings and narrative references

Hindu girl names with meanings can invite poetic interpretations, but the supplied explanation should remain clear. Saraswati means “possessing flowing waters,” while Shinta means “a ploughed furrow.” Keep those meanings visible instead of substituting qualities you hope a child will have. A character reference also works differently from a descriptive word: Anggraini means “name of a female wayang character.” If a name interests you because of a story, distinguish that narrative interest from its stated meaning when sharing your shortlist.

Compare feminine and unisex options individually

Readers seeking Hindu baby girl names in Indonesia may also want to consider names marked unisex. Candra means “the moon, a luminous celestial body,” and Rama means “pleasing, bringing delight”; both carry a unisex label in the supplied entries. Browse unisex names if that flexibility matters to you. A gender category helps organize browsing, but it should not replace the details on an individual entry. Compare the exact spelling, meaning, and intended spoken form before deciding which options belong on your shortlist.

Build a shortlist with the context intact

Write out unfamiliar language labels in English beside your notes.
Keep character references separate from descriptive meanings.
Check the gender label of each candidate individually.
Retain the supplied meaning when adding your own personal reasons for liking a name.

Frequently asked questions

Are all Sanskrit-origin names exclusively Hindu?

A language origin does not establish exclusive religious use. Read the origin and tradition labels separately.

Are Pratiwi and Pertiwi given the same meaning?

Their explanations differ here: Pratiwi means “earth, the land supporting life,” while Pertiwi means “earth, homeland.” Preserve that distinction when comparing them.

Does Setyawati describe a bearer’s character?

Setyawati means “faithful woman.” That is the supplied name meaning, not evidence about the conduct or personality of someone who bears it.

Can a unisex name be considered for a girl?

Yes. The unisex label makes it relevant to that search, while leaving the final choice to the family’s preferences and context.