865 Jainism Baby Names With Meanings

Embrace the inner peace and harmony of Jainism with these surreal naming choices.

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Jain baby names are elegant yet uncommon, although they are embodied in the philosophy of Jainism. Read on to know why these names can be your best pick. Parents want the best for their children, starting with a perfect name. A name is a lot more than an identity tag. It also gives cues to their region, religion, social background, and country. This is the main reason Indian parents take their culture and language into consideration while naming their children. In India, different sects and religions have specific naming conventions and traditions, which also holds in the case of Jains. But one thing is common in almost all the communities — the Namkaran ceremony. In Jainism, there are sixteen samskaras or ceremonies that every householder must partake in to be considered a true Jain. One of these is the naming ritual. Traditionally, the Namkaran is performed a few days or even weeks after the baby's birth. But strictly speaking, the Jain naming ceremony is held on the twelfth day after the child’s birth (1). Just like all major Indian religions, even Jains use traditional methods, such as astrology, while picking the name for their children. They even refer to Jain Ramayana for choosing a name for their bundle of joy. Jain baby names hold spiritual importance and often have profound and positive meanings. These names are inspired by the holy scriptures, historical figures, mythology, and Jain philosophy. They evoke the essence of virtues like truth, compassion, and non-violence. For instance, Bramhila is a common Jain female name, a title for the goddess Saraswati who represents wisdom, knowledge, and music. Similarly, Samkit, a Jain male name, stands for self-realization and satisfaction. If you want to know more about some of the most popular Jain baby names, take a look at our list below. You will likely find a gem or more for your child.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Aanat	Boy	One who is humble and very courteous
Aanay	Boy	Another name of Lord Ganesha
Aasher	Boy	Happy; Blessed
Aatman	Boy	A happy soul or essence
Aaushi	Girl	One who is careful, knowledgeable, and blessed with a long life
Abri	Unisex	Strong; Independent; Radiant
Aceyn	Unisex	Full of joy
Addox	Unisex	A deep thinker
Adolin	Boy	Noble; Honorable
Aeli	Unisex	Ascender; Exalted

Aelin	Girl	Bright; Shining light
Aelis	Girl	Noble; God is my oath
Aeren	Unisex	Strong; Mountain
Aevin	Unisex	Strength; Creativity; Uniqueness
Ahsoka	Unisex	Powerful warrior, wise and spiritual
Aian	Unisex	Chief; Leader
Ajanae	Girl	One who is persistent or persevering
Ajey	Boy	One who is invincible, unconquerable and successful
Ajin	Unisex	Gold; Precious
Akyli	Unisex	Unique; Modern

Alakai	Unisex	The leader; Guidance
Albee	Unisex	Noble; Intelligent
Alinea	Girl	Elegance; Finesse; Refinement
Allena	Unisex	Bright; Attractive; Noble
Alleria	Unisex	Elevated; Confident; Elegant
Aluel	Unisex	Brave; Determined; Hopeful
Alyanna	Girl	Beautiful; Captivating
Alyra	Unisex	Iris flower; Lily; Cheerful
Ambellina	Unisex	Sacrifice; Powerful
Amoghvarsh	Boy	Name of Lord Ganesha; Name of a Jain king of medieval Maharashtra

Amren	Unisex	Bravery and strength
Amryn	Unisex	Strong; Bleoved; Inspired
Anaid	Unisex	Graceful, compassionate, unique
Anaise	Girl	Grace; Merciful
Anansi	Unisex	Trickster Spider
Anarchy	Unisex	Absence or rejection of any form of government or authority
Aner	Unisex	Strength; Warrior; Perseverance
Aneri	Girl	One who is extraordinary
Anet	Unisex	Grace; Favor
Anija	Unisex	Graceful, gentle, unique

Annalyse	Girl	God's promise of grace
Ant	Unisex	Abbreviation of Antony
Araluen	Unisex	Water lilies; A place of thewater lilies
Arawyn	Unisex	Magical; Nature-inspired; Independent
Arcane	Unisex	Mysterious;Understood by few; Secret; Obscure
Arean	Unisex	Honorable
Aree	Unisex	Wise; Intelligent
Areon	Unisex	Strong, noble, and courageous
Arhadas	Boy	Destroyer of enemies; A variant of Arhant
Arhnath	Boy	Destroyer of enemies; A variant of Arhant

Arim	Unisex	Lion of God; Brave; Skilled
Arisai	Unisex	Unique; Mysterious; Passionate
Aritza	Unisex	Oak tree; Strong as an oak
Arkham	Unisex	The fictional town in Massachusetts, used in stories by H.P. Lovecraft
Arlee	Unisex	Strong; From the hare meadow
Arlowe	Unisex	Barberry tree
Arris	Unisex	Strong; Courageous; Leader
Arson	Unisex	The act of intentionally setting fire to property
Arvee	Unisex	Creative; Energetic; Charismatic
Atem	Unisex	Supreme; Complete; Enduring

Ater	Unisex	Dark or black
Athel	Unisex	Noble; Honorable
Ativeer	Boy	One who is extremely brave and courageous
Atz	Unisex	Tree
Aureus	Unisex	Golden; Gilded
Auron	Boy	Golden light; Dawn
Avalin	Unisex	Graceful; Strong
Avara	Unisex	Young rose
Awesome	Unisex	Impressive and exceptional
Axia	Unisex	Valuable; Worthy

Aylene	Girl	Light bearer; Bright one
Ayvah	Girl	Voice; Sound
Azami	Unisex	Flower or thistle
Azkadellia	Unisex	Tin Man
Baelin	Unisex	Strong; Brave; Loyal
Baelyn	Unisex	White hawk
Baji	Unisex	Respected elder sister
Belcher	Unisex	Bellman; Beautiful face
Bhadrabahu	Boy	Name of a famous Jain Acharya from medieval India; Pious and blessed man
Bhamandal	Boy	Name of Seeta's brother mentioned in Jain Ramayan

Bharam	Boy	Esteem; Pride; Reputation
Bharateshwar	Boy	Derived from Bharat; Being maintained
Bharatraj	Boy	Variation of Bharat; Being maintained
Bhartendu	Boy	Moon of India
Bhavisha	Girl	Future; One who can see the future
Bhranti	Girl	Day dream
Blue	Unisex	Calm; Soothing; Tranquil
Boa	Unisex	A large, long, non-venomous snake from the boa family; A feathery scarf; A stole
Boudicca	Girl	Victory in battle
Brack	Unisex	Someone who lived near a stretch of uncultivated land

Bramhila	Girl	Variation of Bramhi; A name for Lord Saraswati
Breleigh	Girl	Broad meadow
Brex	Unisex	Creative; Unique; Brave
Brilliant	Unisex	Exceptionally intelligent or skillful; Outstandingly bright or shining; Remarkably impressive or succesful
Brindle	Unisex	Brunette
Brodin	Unisex	Strong, mighty, brave
Broly	Boy	Powerful; Fierce; Unstoppable
Bronn	Unisex	God-like; Strong
Brynhildr	Girl	Armor or protective battle maiden
Bubbles	Unisex	Small spheres filled with air or gas

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Jain baby names are deeply rooted in the Jain religion and culture. These names are often derived from ancestral figures and holy texts. Although these names are primarily traditional, they have significant meanings and origins, appealing to a vast crowd. These names usually stand for tranquility, compassion, and spirituality. If you are looking for a name that is out of the ordinary yet holds a profound history and honors your roots, Jain names are the one for you.

Infographic: Lively Jainism Baby Names With Meanings

Jainism baby names are elegant and are a reflection of the core values and faith. These names are often inspired by the holy scriptures and historical figures. Jainism baby names reflect virtues like humility, simplicity, and spirituality. Check out this infographic for some radiant Jainism baby names for your little angel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can parents balance traditional Jainism naming customs with modern naming trends?

Parents can balance traditional Jainism naming customs with modern naming trends by considering names that fulfill a meaningful connection to Jain principles while simultaneously giving importance to contemporary preferences. Some examples include Deshna (gift), Charmi (lovely), and Bhranti (daydream).

2. What are some Jain baby names with a deeply spiritual or philosophical meaning?

Some Jainism baby names with spiritual or philosophical meanings include Aaushi, meaning ‘one who is careful, knowledgeable and is blessed with a long life,’ Darshika and Dhimant, meaning ‘one who is intelligent and wise,’ and Samkit, meaning ‘one who possesses the right knowledge’ or ‘one possessing self-realization.’

3. What are some factors parents should consider when choosing a Jain baby name?

Some factors that parents should consider when choosing a Jain baby name include the religious significance of the name. This may be related to Jain mythology, scriptures, saints or Tirthankaras who were the enlightened people. The chosen name should also follow the Jain philosophy and principles, such as non-violence (ahimsa), truthfulness (satya), non-stealing (acharya), celibacy (brahmacharya), and non-possessiveness (aparigraha). The parents may also take into account more personal factors, such as family traditions and ancestry. The naming ceremony is conducted between the 10th and 13th day after birth and this ceremony is performed by the paternal aunt or an appropriate female relative of the child.

References

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K. L. Chanchreek & Dr. Mahesh K. Jain; (2005); Encyclopedia of Jain Religion Volume 3.
https://www.jainfoundation.in/JAINLIBRARY/books/encyclopedia_of_jain_religion_part_03_035341_hr.pdf

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