Popular Indian Boys Names with Meanings

Discover 1000+ beautiful Indian boys names with meanings, origins, and popularity. Our comprehensive collection includes traditional Sanskrit names, modern names, and regional favorites from across India.

Traditional Sanskrit Boys Names

SNO Name Meaning Religious Significance Type Rashi
1 Arjun Bright, shining, white; Hero of Mahabharata Mahabharata hero, means pure Traditional Mithun
2 Krishna Dark, black; All-attractive 8th avatar of Lord Vishnu Traditional Vrishabha
3 Rudra Roarer, howler; Another name for Lord Shiva Vedic deity, form of Shiva Traditional Simha
4 Vedant Vedas end; Ultimate wisdom Refers to Upanishads Traditional Kanya
5 Yuvan Youthful, young man Vedic reference to youth Traditional Meena
6 Aditya Sun god; Belonging to Aditi Name for Surya (sun god) Traditional Simha
7 Dhruv Pole star; Constant, immovable Name of a devotee in Puranas Traditional Karka
8 Ishaan Sun; Lord Shiva; Ruler Name for Shiva and sun Traditional Simha
9 Omkar Sacred sound OM, Shiva Representation of cosmic sound Traditional Simha
10 Vivaan Full of life, energetic Vedic reference to vitality Traditional Simha
11 Shivansh Part of Lord Shiva Devotional name for Shiva Traditional Vrishchika
12 Yash Fame, success, glory Vedic concept of honor Traditional Dhanu
13 Rishi Sage, seer of truth Vedic sages who composed hymns Traditional Karka
14 Aryan Noble, warrior Ancient Vedic people Traditional Simha
15 Devansh Part of God, divine Concept of divine connection Traditional Meena

Modern & Unique Boys Names

SNO Name Meaning Inspiration/Source Type Popularity
1 Ayaan Gift of God; First rays of sun Modern Sanskrit adaptation Modern High
2 Rehan Fragrance; Sweet basil Arabic origin, modern Indian use Modern High
3 Zayan Graceful, beautiful Arabic origin, modern Indian use Modern High
4 Kyraan Royal, kingly Modern invented name Modern Medium
5 Aarush First ray of sun; Calm, red Modern Sanskrit adaptation Modern High
6 Vivaan Full of life; Lord Shiva Modern Sanskrit adaptation Modern High
7 Shaurya Bravery, courage Modern military inspiration Modern Medium
8 Advik Unique, matchless Modern Sanskrit adaptation Modern High
9 Darsh Sight, vision, philosophy Modern philosophical concept Modern Medium
10 Ivaan God is gracious Modern adaptation of Ivan Modern High
11 Keyaan King, royal Modern invented name Modern Medium
12 Myraan Prince, prosperous Modern invented name Modern Medium
13 Parthiv Son of Earth, prince Modern Sanskrit adaptation Modern Low
14 Rivaan New beginning, growth Modern invented name Modern Medium
15 Vedansh Part of Vedas, knowledge Modern Sanskrit adaptation Modern High

Popular Telugu Boys Names

SNO Name Meaning Pronunciation Type Popularity
1 Sai Teja Divine radiance Sai Tay-ja Telugu High
2 Harsha Happiness, joy Hur-sha Telugu High
3 Abhiram Pleasing, beautiful Uh-bhee-rum Telugu Medium
4 Charan Feet of God, refuge Chuh-run Telugu High
5 Nihal Happy, content Nee-hul Telugu Medium
6 Siddharth One who has accomplished a goal Sid-dharth Telugu High
7 Pranav Sacred syllable OM Pruh-nuv Telugu High
8 Varun God of water Vuh-roon Telugu Medium
9 Surya Sun god Sur-ya Telugu High
10 Karthik Name of a Hindu month, Lord Murugan Kar-thik Telugu High
11 Tarun Young, youthful Tuh-roon Telugu Medium
12 Vamsi Flute of Lord Krishna Vum-see Telugu High
13 Anirudh One who cannot be stopped Uh-nee-rudh Telugu High
14 Sai Kumar Divine prince Sai Koo-mar Telugu Medium
15 Venkat Lord Venkateswara Ven-kut Telugu High