Language & family context
Naming structures vary within India; a single given-name and surname pattern cannot describe every family.
ASIA / IN COLLECTION
Names in India
Begin with a meaning. Explore a tradition.
A first selection of Sanskrit-rooted names, with room for many more languages and traditions.
Make the shortlist personal
Choose the language and writing system your family uses. The meanings here cover Sanskrit roots; confirm everyday pronunciation with a fluent speaker.
A few names to begin with
Editorial selection · Explore each name’s reference and written form.
Sanskrit
Asha
Hope; wish
Feminine · 2 syllables
Sanskrit
Ravi
Sun
Masculine · 2 syllables
Sanskrit
Priya
Beloved
Feminine · 2 syllables
What this guide covers
Three Sanskrit-rooted examples only. This is not a pan-Indian or religiously comprehensive naming service.
Country collections are not rankings. A name absent from this selection may still be used in this country. Meanings describe the specific entry, not every name with the same spelling.
Go closer to the source
W3C · varied name structures ↗Examples of naming structures within India.Behind the Name · Asha ↗The Sanskrit-rooted entry, distinct from other names with the same spelling.References checked October 16, 2026. Statistics are external; no live rankings are imported.