A free online resource crammed with advice about choosing Hindi baby names... Hindi names - general Information Hindi is one of the group of vernacular Indian dialects spoken mostly in northern India. The literary and official language of northern India that is based on these dialects. It is written in Devanagari and uses Sanskrit as a resource language. Hindi relates to or supports Hinduism - "the Hindu faith" (syn: Hindu, Hindi, Hindustani ) Hindi baby-names - specific selection A specific selection of nearly 800 Hindi baby-names have been included in this section. Additional sections detail a comprehensive collection of Indian baby names and their meanings. Hindi Baby Boy Names Hindi Baby Girl Names Hindi Baby Names The Source of Hindi baby names The most ancient and common source of the Hindu name is from the names of God and the Gods. They also include the names of sages, saints, holy persons, deities, and the names of the incarnation of God. A Hindi name will often indicate caste and sect. The Significance of a Hindi baby name The naming of a Hindi baby is one of the most fundamental Hindi "samskars" or scripture based rites. The name is selected and it is believed that its meaning can inspire the baby to follow the path of righteousness. The name given to newborn Hindi babies are hoped to reflect divine qualities. The Origins of Hindi baby-names The origins of Hindi baby-names are based on the tradition that every Hindi baby receives a name selected from those of the family's Ishta Devata or chosen Deity Selection of a Hindi boy or girl name We hope that you will like the following section for the FULL range please click the links at the top of the page. Hindi Baby Names |