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Hindu names

188 names

188 names associated with the Hindu naming tradition. The label describes the name, not the person who bears it. Boy Names only · Girl Names only

Hindu names: list with meanings

Guide

Exploring Hindu naming connections through language and meaning

Browse 151 Hindu Indonesian names with attention to their meanings and linguistic connections. The Hindu label concerns a name's association with a naming tradition; it does not identify anyone's religion, ethnicity, caste or home region.

Nature and divine references

Surya means “the shining sun,” while Indra means “name of the god of rain and thunder.” Read the specific meaning rather than treating every entry as a deity's name.
Indonesian language labels explained

Sanskerta means Sanskrit, Jawa means Javanese, and Jawa Kuno means Old Javanese. These are labels for linguistic connections associated with a name.
Literary connections matter

Anggraini means “name of a female wayang character.” Wayang is an Indonesian performance tradition associated with puppetry and storytelling.

Distinguish natural imagery from other meanings

Hindu names with meanings offer several different starting points for comparison. Chandra means “the moon,” while Bayu means “the blowing wind.” These natural images differ from the explicit divine reference in Wisnu, meaning “name of the world's preserving deity.” Preserve those distinctions when deciding what draws you to a name. A shared tradition label does not make the names synonymous, and a meaning connected with nature or a deity cannot establish the beliefs or personal qualities of its bearer.

Read Sanskrit and local language connections separately

When exploring Hindu baby names in Indonesia, you may encounter names labelled with Sanskrit, Javanese or Old Javanese connections. Pratiwi means “earth, the land supporting life” and carries Sanskrit and Old Javanese origin labels. Ratih means “love, delight” and carries Sanskrit and Javanese labels. Use the origin directory to explore language connections alongside the tradition grouping. These labels describe the names themselves; they cannot establish where a person was born, what language they speak or which community they belong to.

Keep spelling choices attached to their own entries

Similar written forms deserve individual attention. Chandra is listed as a boy's name meaning “the moon,” while Candra is listed as unisex and means “the moon, a luminous celestial body.” Compare the complete entries before treating spellings as interchangeable. Consult the methodology for editorial context. Gender categories support browsing and do not prescribe how an individual must identify or how a family must use a name.

Explore the details that matter to you

Separate nature meanings, divine references and literary associations in your shortlist.
Keep Chandra and Candra attached to their respective entries.
Read Jawa Kuno as Old Javanese, a language label rather than a personal identity.
Ask about pronunciation when an unfamiliar spelling appeals to you.

Frequently asked questions

Does a Hindu-associated name identify someone's religion or caste?

No. Neither religion nor caste can be established from this label, which describes the name's naming association.

What does Aditya mean?

Aditya means “sun, son of Aditi.” Keep that supplied meaning distinct from the meanings of other sun-related names.

Are Darma and Dharma included with the same meaning?

Yes. Both are given as “duty, righteous conduct,” while remaining separate spelling entries.

Does a Sanskrit origin mean a name is exclusively Hindu?

No. Linguistic origin and naming tradition describe different aspects of a name; neither label establishes exclusive use.