145+ Meaningful Sanskrit Baby Boy Names

If you love the sound and meaning of Sanskrit, one of these boy names might be perfect for your little guy.

Updated September 11, 2024
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If you're in love with the beautiful ancient language of Sanskrit and you're looking for the perfect name for your baby boy, then a Sanskrit boy name could be perfect for your little guy. We love some of these Sanskrit boy names and their meanings, and we're sure you'll find a name that's just right for your little fella. 

Cute Sanskrit Boy Names

Love an adorable name for your cute little dude? We think these Sanskrit names are super cute. 

  • Adi - means "perfect"
  • Aja - means "to drive"
  • Anando - means "bliss"
  • Arjun - means "bright" 
  • Asik - means "sharp"
  • Atima - means "proud"
  • Atul - means "unique"
  • Avi - means "sun"
  • Balaji - means "strength"
  • Bodhi - means "awakening"
  • Jishnu - means "victorious"
  • Kiran - means "sunshine"
  • Mitra - means "dear friend"
  • Mitryu - means "companion"
  • Moha - means "giver of radiant light"
  • Nand - means "joyful"
  • Nikhil - means "whole"
  • Prem - means "giver of love and affection"
  • Ranjay - means "victorious"
  • Sambu - means "attended by the Divine Mother"
  • Taru - means "a small plant"

Sanskrit Names for Boys Inspired by Hindu Gods

Let your baby boy's divinity inspire you with these many names of Hindu gods. 

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  • Achyut (Lord Vishnu) - means "imperishable" or "indestructible"
  • Adhrit (Lord Vishnu) - means " one worthy of respect"
  • Advait (Lord Brahma) - means "unique"
  • Ayan (Lord Shiva) - means "God's gift"
  • Bhavesh (Lord Shiva) - means "lord of the world" or "existence" 
  • Bhuvanesh (Lord Vishnu) - means "lord of the world"
  • Darsh (Lord Krishna) - means "handsome"
  • Eashan (Lord Shiva) - means "sun"
  • Ekaksh (Lord Shiva) - means "one with an excellent eye"
  • Faneesh (Lord Shiva) - the cosmic serpent Shesh
  • Gaurish (Lord Shiva) - means "lofty mountain peak" 
  • Giriraj (Lord Shiva) - means "lord of the mountains"
  • Hiren - means "lord of the diamonds"
  • Ishan (Lord Shiva) - means "the sun"
  • Itish (Lord Shiva) - means "supreme ruler"
  • Jagish - means "lord of the universe"
  • Karunesh - means "lord of mercy"
  • Mukund (Lord Vishnu) - means "freedom giver" or "precious stone" 
  • Nandish (Lord Shiva) - means "delight of the people"
  • Sashwat (Lord Shiva) - means "eternal"
  • Savar (Lord Shiva) - means "water"
  • Shivansh (Lord Shiva) - means "a part of"
  • Tanmay (Lord Shiva) - means "engrossed" or "absorbed"
  • Trinabh (Lord Vishnu) - means "three"

Related: 174 Hindu Names for Boys & Girls

Positive Vedic Baby Boy Names 

We're all about putting intention out into the universe, and a name with a positive meaning for your little guy can do just that. 

  • Adhie - means "kind" or  "noble"
  • Amod - means "pleasure" or "joy"
  • Arit - means "worthy of praise"
  • Caru - means "charming" or "beloved"
  • Harshit - means "joyous" 
  • Lahith - means "God's gift"
  • Lai - means "beloved one"
  • Lalit - means "beautiful"
  • Manan - means "thoughtful"
  • Mati - means "gift from God"
  • Meeth - means "friend" or "love"
  • Mit - means "friendly" or "warm"
  • Mridul - means "soft" or "calm" 
  • Ojas - means "brilliance" or "bountiful energy"
  • Sarthak - means "meaningful" or "significant" 
  • Shantanu - means "wholesome"
  • Vibhu - means "great" or "excellent"

Heavenly and Divine Sanskrit Baby Boy Names and Meanings

We adore a divinely inspired name, and all these Sanskrit boy names are filled with heavenly inspiration. 

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  • Amit - means "infinite"
  • Anu - means "angel messenger of God"
  • Apu - means "virtuous," "divine," or "pure"
  • Arsa - means "sky" or "heaven" 
  • Bhuvi - means "heaven"
  • Daivik - means "of God"
  • Deva - means "Godlike"
  • Divit - means "heaven" or "reaching for the sky"  
  • Gagan - means "sky" or "the heavens"
  • Nakin - means "dwells in heaven"
  • Pujit - means "worshipped"
  • Soham - means "divine presence"
  • Udit - means "lofty" or "ascended"
  • Udyat - means "rising star"

Noble Sanskrit Names for Boys 

Does your little boy have a regal bearing? One of these names that mean leader or king could be perfect for him. 

  • Amol - means "king"
  • Aryan - means "noble"
  • Diyan - means "captain" or "leader" 
  • Iravan - means " King of the ocean"
  • Kanishk - means "ancient king" 
  • Kian - means "king"
  • Kumar - means "prince"
  • Mourya - means "ruler"
  • Ranav - means "king" 
  • Samarth - means "someone with power"
  • Viraj - means "sovereignty" or "majesty"
  • Viraja - means "ruling" or "sovereign"
  • Yash - means "majesty"
  • Yuvan - means "young king" or "heir apparent" 

Strong Sanskrit Boy Names 

If you're looking for a strong name to carry your baby boy throughout life, one of these names could just impart great strength.

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  • Abhi - means "fearless" or "brave" 
  • Ahar - means "defender"
  • Ahir - means "devotee" or "fearless"
  • Ajai - means "invincible" 
  • Aloka - means "splendor"
  • Baru - means "brave"
  • Daman - means "someone who tames"
  • Dilip - means "protector"
  • Ekaveer - means "a unique hero"
  • Hari - means "lion"
  • Jaideva - means "divine victory"
  • Jaiveer - means "victorious" 
  • Jayesh - means "victor"
  • Malin - means "little warrior" or "strong"
  • Nayak - means "hero"
  • Nirbhay - means "fearless"
  • Oman - means "protector"
  • Onki - means "brave"
  • Oorjit - means "strong"
  • Pradyut - means "illuminated"
  • Pragyan - means "supreme intelligence"
  • Rakshit - means "protect"
  • Ranajay - means "victorious"
  • Shaurya - means "bravery"
  • Tarak - means "protector"
  • Tarush - means "conqueror"
  • Tavasya - means "strength"
  • Veejay - means "victorious"
  • Yuvan - means "strong"

Nature-Themed Sanskrit Boy Names

Nature-derived names appeal to parents because of their beautiful, serene meanings and references. A Sanskrit name that reflects nature is a wonderful gift to your baby boy. 

  • Aashvith - means "ocean"
  • Abhra - means "cloud"
  • Abjit - means "conquering water"
  • Adita - means "sun"
  • Adrie - means "rock"
  • Ahi - means "sun"
  • Ansu - means "sun"
  • Arvind - means "lotus"
  • Bater - means "grey quail"
  • Bharavi - means "brilliant sun"
  • Bhumi - means "earth"
  • Casa - means "blue jay"
  • Chand - means "shining moon"
  • Dinesh - means "sun"
  • Druhyu - means "one who loves nature"
  • Harit - means "green, fragrant plant"
  • Hirav - means "greenery"
  • Hridyanshu - means "moon"
  • Indraneel - means "emerald"
  • Jeladhi - means "ocean"
  • Kairav - means "white lotus opening at moonshine"
  • Kalhara - means "water lily"
  • Kaushtubh - means "gem"
  • Kshiraj - means "moon"
  • Mrig - means "rain"
  • Mrinal - means "lotus"
  • Nadish - means "ocean"
  • Nilamber - means "blue sky"
  • Prithvi - means "the earth"
  • Vipin - means "forest"

Choosing the Perfect Sanskrit Boy Name

Whether you fall in love with the way a name sounds or you think the meaning is perfect, you have plenty of options for Sanskrit boy names. One of these names is sure to be perfect for your baby boy. 

145+ Meaningful Sanskrit Baby Boy Names