Indian Names

Susmita, also spelled Sushmita which more accurately reflects its pronunciation, is an Indian or Bengali name widely unknown in the Western World but with definite potential.

The name of the visionary second-century BC Indian physician, a definer of diseases and believer in a sound mind and body: a worthy inspiration.

This variation of the popular Indian name Sanjay was borne by a popular-against-all-odds American Idol contestant.

Attractive Indian name unfamiliar to most Western parents.

A pleasant seasonal name.

An attractive and worldly name for a cherished baby son.

This simple but alluring name — some might associate it with the Kama Sutra — was chosen by heavy metal rocker Sammy Hagar for his daughter.

A name commonly used in India; Vasant Panchami is a Hindu festival dedicated to the goddess of learning.

Indian name similar in feel to some of the increasingly popular Russian names.

Known here via the son of Indira Gandhi, who himself became prime minister of India.

An imposing meaning, an appealing sound.

Intriguing import.

A hauntingly lovely Indian name.

Worldly name often heard in India, familiar here via the film Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle.

Delicate and lacy, with less emphasis on the jar syllable.

Hindu goddess name whose meaning makes it one of the prime names for Virgo babies.

Mandara is one of those names that sounds like its meaning -- and calm is certainly a quality worth courting in a child.

The double vowel changes this name's pronunciation and gives it a novel twist.

Ilesha is an unusual choice that will undoubtedly be confused with similar and far more common names such as Alicia and Elissa.

Rhythmic and enchanting.