Girl name
Nandini name meaning
“one who brings joy; daughter”
Nandini is a feminine name from Sanskrit nandinī, meaning one who brings joy or daughter. The source is a feminine form related to the root nand, meaning to rejoice. The word nandinī is also used for a daughter, accounting for that additional meaning of the name.
What does Nandini mean?
The ending -ni occurs in varied names, such as Handayani, Wahyuni, and Rini. It is not one suffix with a fixed meaning, and the shared sound does not establish a common origin. More girl names ending in -ni →
Origin and cultural usage of Nandini
Nandini comes from Sanskrit nandinī, a feminine form related to the root nand, to rejoice. The word is also used for a daughter.
How to pronounce Nandini
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /nandini/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦤ꧀ꦢꦶꦤꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮔ᮪ᮓᮤᮔᮤ |
Is Nandini a girl’s name?
Yes, Nandini is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Nandini ranks #2,778 among girl names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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Famous people named Nandini
- Nandini Putri Arumni · b. 2001
FAQ about the name Nandini
What is the meaning of Nandini?
Nandini means one who brings joy; daughter. Nandini comes from Sanskrit nandinī, a feminine form related to the root nand, to rejoice. The word is also used for a daughter.
Is Nandini a girl’s name?
Yes, Nandini is used mostly as a girl’s name.
What is the origin of the name Nandini?
Nandini is of Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Nandini have?
Nandini has 3 syllables (Nan-di-ni) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Nandini?
Nandini ranks #2,778 among girl names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Nandini?
Notable people named Nandini include Nandini Putri Arumni.
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