How do Indian girl names differ by region?

Indian girl names vary widely across regions, reflecting different cultural and linguistic influences. In North India, names influenced by Hindi and Punjabi cultures include Neha, meaning love, and Chandra, meaning moon. In South India, names influenced by Tamil and Telugu languages often highlight cultural values and virtues, such as Lavanya, meaning beauty, grace, and Padma, meaning lotus. Eastern Indian names, shaped by Bengali and Odia languages, include Aparajita, meaning unconquered, and Sujata, meaning well-born. In Western India, names influenced by Marathi and Gujarati cultures include Shreya, meaning superior, best, and Dipa, meaning lamp.

How to choose an Indian girl name based on astrology?

To choose an Indian girls name based on astrology, you will have to consult an astrologer to create a detailed birth chart. The astrologer will identify the baby’s nakshatra (lunar mansion), which dictates specific syllables begin the name. This alignment with the nakshatra is believed to positively influence the child’s destiny, ensuring a prosperous and harmonious life.

Can Indian girl names be short?

Yes, Indian girl names can be short. Short names are increasingly popular and carry significant meaning. For instance, names like Myra meaning ‘beloved’, Riya signifying ‘a female singer of great grace,’ Ayra meaning ‘noble or respected,’ Eni translating to ‘a black female deer,’ Hema denoting ‘dew drop, and Jaya meaning winner are concise yet rich in cultural and personal significance. These short names are easy to use, combining modern preferences with meaningful traditions.

Can Indian girl names be used internationally?

Yes, Indian girl names can be used internationally. Many Indian names are easy to pronounce and carry beautiful meanings, making them appealing across different cultures. Names such as Aisha, Laila, Maya, Samira, Veda, and Anika have ranked in the top 1000 baby names in the US for many years (1). Additionally, the trend towards unique and meaningful names makes Indian names a great choice for parents everywhere.

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88 Indian Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With L

Written by Shikha Thakur, MBA

Edited by Siddharth Kesiraju, MA, Certification in Relationship Coaching

Fact-checked by Praggya Joshi, MA, BEd

Last Updated on Oct 3, 2023

Illustration: MomJunction Design Team

Name	Gender	Meaning
Lavanya	Girl	Beauty; Good-looking; Grace
Laasya	Girl	A dance form
Lalita	Girl	Playful; Charming; Desirable
Lonika	Girl	One of the many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Lalitha-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide	Girl	Playful; Charming; Desirable
Lanika	Unisex	The best
Lanesha	Girl	A strong woman
Lasya	Girl	Goddess Parvati's graceful dance
Loukya	Girl	Goddess Lakshmi; Wordly wise
Lekha	Girl	Mark; Writings; Record; Lightening; Line; Horizon; The crescent moon

Lakshana	Girl	Opportune and advantageous person
Lahana	Girl	Bright headed
Lehna	Girl	Torch; Shining light; Tower; Of Magdala; To unload a burden
Laabha	Girl	Acquirement; Acquisition; Gain; Profit
Laalamani	Girl	Ruby; Red Pearl; Precious stone
Laavanya	Girl	Beauty; Appealing; smooth; Good looking
Latavya	Girl	One with a creeper-like body
Lohitha	Girl	Blood; Red; Saffron; Copper; Battle; The planet Mars
Lumbika	Girl	A Musical Instrument
Labangalata	Girl	Flowering creeper plant

Labanya	Girl	Charm; Pure beauty
Laboni	Girl	Beauty; Loveliness; Charm
Ladhi	Girl	Music; A melody
Ladli	Girl	She is loved
Laghima	Girl	The name of Goddess Parvati
Laghuvi	Girl	Tender
Laharika	Girl	Waves of the ocean
Lajita	Girl	Modesty
Lajja	Girl	Modest
Lajjawati	Girl	A sensitive plant

Lajni	Girl	Shy
Lajvanti	Girl	Sensitive plant
Lajvati	Girl	Shy
Lajwant	Girl	Sensitive; Nature
Lajwanti	Girl	Delicate plant
Lajwati	Girl	Untouched; Delicate
Lajyabati	Girl	Modest
Lakhi	Girl	Name of Goddess Laxmi
Lakhminder	Girl	Lord of Hundred Thousand
Lakhroop	Girl	Most charming

Lakhsha	Girl	White Rose; Aim
Lakhsmi	Girl	Wife of Vishnu
Lakhwinder	Girl	Ruler of one hundred thousand people
Lakshaki	Girl	Goddes Sita
Lakshmani	Girl	Name of the Goddes of prosperity and luck; A person who has a sign or a mark of prosperity and luck
Lakshmi-shree	Girl	A person blessed with good luck
Lalima	Girl	A beautiful glow of the reddish, morning sky
Lalitamohana	Girl	A person with appealing and attractive features
Lambodara	Girl	A huge-bellied Lord
Lamita	Girl	Slim Girl; A Creeper

Lankesh	Girl	A great scolar Ravana from the Idian epic Ramayana
Laranya	Girl	Grace
Lasaki	Girl	Another name for Sita, the female character of the Hindu epic Ramayana, a consort of Rama
Lata	Girl	Vine; Creeping plant
Latakara	Girl	Cowered with vine plants and creepers
Latangi	Girl	A slender and slim Girl who is very elegant
Lavali	Girl	Aromatic flower buds of the clove plant
Lavangi	Girl	Flower buds of the Clove plant
Lavani	Girl	Charm; Grace; Beauty; Brightness; Radiance; A style of folk song
Lekhani	Girl	Pen

Lilabati	Girl	A charming and playful individual
Lilavati	Girl	Amusing; Charming; Graceful
Liliwen	Girl	A blessed white Lily; wonderful
Lipi	Girl	Manuscript; Script; Document; Letter; Writing
Lipika	Girl	Writer; Scribe; Letter; Writings; Idea
Lithika	Girl	Cute; Perfect person
Litya	Girl	To be little; To think little of something
Lityati	Girl	The one who shares happiness
Livleen	Girl	A woman consumed in her love of God
Livroop	Girl	An embodiment of God's love

Locava	Girl	The writings of the God
Lochana	Girl	The eye
Lohavara	Girl	A person who is responsible and stable
Lohini	Girl	Red; Copper; Mars; A kind of deer; Precious stone; Blood; Serpent; Saffron; Battle
Lohinika	Girl	A considerate and loving individual
Lohitaka	Girl	Red gem; Ruby
Loka-priya	Girl	Lustrous person
Lokajanani	Girl	Name of Goddess Laxmi; Mother of the world
Lokamatri	Girl	name of Goddess Lakshmi, mother of the world
Lokshita	Girl	The one who prays for the world

Lopa	Girl	Weaver; Duck; Loss; Deprivation
Lopamudra	Girl	A person of hidden talents and unpredictable form; A name of an ancient Indian philosopher
Loveleen	Boy	Love; Full of love
Lubalethu	Girl	A deep essence of a person
Lunasha	Girl	Beauty and brightness of flowers
Labhdi	Girl	One with heavenly power
Lakshitha-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Origin,-History-&-Pronunciation	Girl	She who is distinguished; Regarded; Implied; Observed; Reflected; Aimed at; Observing
Lipsita	Girl	Wished; Desired

Infographic: Famous Indian Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With L

A child's name carries deep personal, cultural, and familial significance. It represents the bearer's cultural and linguistic background while offering insight into their attributes. If you wish to navigate the world of names, this infographic showcases some of the most renowned Indian Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With L. This can help you select a name that best aligns with your family's preferences and religious beliefs.

Indian Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With L(infographic)

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Shikha ThakurMBA

Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood.

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Siddharth KesirajuMA, Certification in Relationship Coaching

Siddharth holds a certification in Relationship Coaching and a masters degree in communication and journalism from the University of Hyderabad. He has around seven years of experience in various fields of writing and editing.

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Praggya JoshiMA, BEd

Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.

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