134 Jain Boy Names With Deep Meanings

Jainism is an Indian religion based on the principles of non-violence, compassion, and self-realization. Jain boy names hold meanings inspired by the Jain philosophy and teachings of Lord Mahavira, the 24th and last Tirthankara (1). These names are symbols of the community’s core values and spiritual aspirations. They also remind for the name bearer to follow the path of righteousness in one's life. In Jainism, the name selection of a child is conducted with great reverence and contemplation. Parents may seek guidance from Jain scriptures for a suitable name. They also consult religious leaders to choose a name that can match the family's beliefs and honor the teachings of Lord Mahavira. These names can be considered a link that connects the child to their family traditions. Jain names depict the linguistic diversity of India. Most of these names find roots in Sanskrit, Prakrit, and other Indian languages. According to Jain customs, the naming ceremony of a child takes place between the tenth and thirtieth day after the birth. In this ceremony, a pooja (a ritual performed for God) is conducted. Then the paternal aunt or a selected woman relative announces or selects the name for the newborn. Relatives and friends invited for this occasion offer gifts for family, and the ceremony is complete with dinner. Jain baby boy names often hold meanings that convey the beliefs of Jainism or honor an important figure in Jain history. Names like Ativeer (meaning courageous), Shantilal (meaning one who is peaceful), and Suvrat (meaning one who is strict in religious vows) are examples of Jain names reflecting Jain values. Jain names cherish the sanctity of life and inspire a journey of self-realization and spiritual awakening. We have compiled a list of Jain boy names you may want to consider for your little one.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Broly		Boy	Powerful; Fierce; Unstoppable
Vansh		Unisex	Descendant or lineage
Mahkai		Boy	Medicine man; Healer
Sidharth		Boy	One who has accomplished a goal
Killua		Boy	Resolute; Lethal
Crixus		Boy	One with curly hair
Nelliel		Boy	Bright; Shining one
Maanav		Boy	A scholar; Human being; A young man; A male student
Garrus		Boy	Protection; Guardian
Guru		Unisex	Teacher; Guide; Expert
Kanishk		Boy	An ancient king; To love; To fulfill
Jiten		Boy	Conqueror
Loken		Boy	Son of Loki; Child of Loki
Maanas		Boy	Mind; Thoughts; Wisdom king; Pride
Naiden		Unisex	Found
Jahn		Boy	God is gracious
Kenon		Unisex	Ancient
Keiffer		Boy	One who makes barrel
Quavious		Boy	Unique; Charismatic; Unpredictable
Gandharva		Boy	Musician
Gandhi		Boy	Grocer; Merchant; Perfumier
Jainish		Boy	Lord of Jain; Lord of triumph
Jinay		Boy	God; Supreme Being; Lord; A follower of Jainism
Prabhat		Boy	Dawn; Morning; Daybreak;
Aloka		Boy	Vision; Splendor; Illumination; Non-universe; Divine light; Seeing
Bal		Boy	Strength; Forces; Honey
Dhyan		Boy	Meditation; Concentration; Reflection; Introspection
Jainesh		Boy	Lord Ganesh; Name of God
Jinesh		Boy	Jain name for God
Nachiket		Boy	Fire; Man; A union of comet, negation, and consciousness
Nachiketa		Boy	Fire; Man; A union of comet, negation, and consciousness
Nikhar		Boy	Brightness; Luster; Elegance; Sediment; Residue; Refinement
Nimish		Boy	Twinking or blinking of the eye; To fall asleep
Nirvan		Girl	Liberation; Extinguished; Blown out
Parshv		Boy	Jain god
Prashanth		Boy	Peaceful; Tranquil; Calm; Quite
Sadhu		Boy	Blessed one; A righteous and holy person; A pious man; A saint; Excellent; A priest; A Jain monk;
Subham		Boy	Auspicious; Splendid
Suparshwa		Boy	A seventh teerthankar's name
Aanat		Boy	One who is humble and very courteous
Aatman		Boy	A happy soul or essence
Ajey		Boy	One who is invincible, unconquerable and successful
Amoghvarsh		Boy	Name of Lord Ganesha; Name of a Jain king of medieval Maharashtra
Arhadas		Boy	Destroyer of enemies; A variant of Arhant
Arhnath		Boy	Destroyer of enemies; A variant of Arhant
Ativeer		Boy	One who is extremely brave and courageous
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
Chamundrai		Boy	Commander in chief of Jain king Gangraj in medieval Karnataka.
Chandraprabhu		Boy	The name of the 8th Tirthankara; Lord of the moon
Deshbhushan		Boy	A renowned Digambara Jain Acharya of the 20th century
Dhanesh		Boy	Lord of the wealth and prosperity; Rich man
Dharin		Boy	Gift; Gift of lord
Dharmanath		Boy	Name of the 15th Tirthankara; Lord of dharma and righteousness
Dharmendra		Boy	Lord of justice; An epithet of Yama
Dharmin		Boy	Jain variant; Righteous or virtuous
Dharsen		Boy	A Jain Acharya
Dhimant		Boy	One who is wise and intelligent
Dhiram		Boy	Earth; Belonging to earth
Dhvanish		Boy	Sound; Melody
Dirgh		Boy	Long; Deep; Persevering
Gajkumar		Boy	Name of the disciple king of Mahavir; Grove
Gomtesh		Boy	Another name of Bahubali; Strong
Indrabhuti		Boy	A name of Gautam Gandhar
Jineshwar		Boy	God, the almighty
Krupesh		Boy	Kindness, one who is kind to everyone.
Kunthinath		Boy	It's derived from the name Kunthunath and means the 17th Jain Tirthankara.
Kunthunath		Boy	Kunthunath is the name of the 17th Jain Tirthankara.
Kunthusagar		Boy	A variation of the Jain name Kunthunath.
Mallinath		Boy	The name of the 19th Tirthankara
Mrugesh		Boy	Lion; As strong and mighty as a lion
Munindra		Boy	Best among saints
Munisuvrat		Boy	Name of 20th Jain Tirthankara
Nabhikumar		Boy	Father of Lord Rishabhdev
Nabhinandan		Boy	A name of Lord Rishabhdev
Nabhiray		Boy	Father of Lord Rishabhdev
Nagkumar		Boy	Son of serpents
Namikumar		Boy	Variation of Naminath; 21st Tirthankara
Naminath		Boy	Naminath; 21st Tirthankara
Nandivardhan		Boy	Lord Mahavir's brother
Nemdas		Boy	A variation of Neminath; Name of 22nd Tirthankara
Nemendra		Boy	A variation of Neminath; Name of 22nd Tirthankara
Nemidas		Boy	Derived from the name Neminath
Nemikumar		Boy	A variation of Neminath; Name of 22nd Tirthankara
Nemish		Boy	A variation of the name Neminath
Nihir		Boy	Wind
Padmakumar		Boy	A derivation of Padmaprabhu
Padmanath		Boy	A derivation of Padmaprabhu
Padmaprabhu		Boy	The sixth Tirthankara of Jainism
Parshvanath		Boy	Name of the twenty-third Tirthankara of Jainism; Beloved of men
Parshwakumar		Boy	A variation of Parshvanath; Beloved of men
Rashesh		Boy	Another name of Lord Krishna
Ratesh		Boy	The lord of truth
Rishabhdev		Boy	Morality; A variant of Rishabhnath
Rishabhkumar		Boy	Morality; A variant of Rishabhnath
Rishabhnath		Boy	Morality; Superior; Name of the First Jain Tirthankara

Infographic: Eternally Strong Jainism Names For Your Boy

An excellent way to name your baby is by choosing something that connects to a religious figure. Jainism, one of the most ancient religions in the world, offers a lot of inspiration. Many Jain names allude to supreme preachers of Dharma or Tirthankaras. Not only that, but you will also find many terms that signify the virtue of nonviolence. Check out this infographic to explore them.

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