309 Marathi Girl Names Reflecting Maharashtra’s Culture

Maharashtra, a state in western India, is known for its rich culture, delicious cuisine, and natural beauty. Marathi girl names symbolize the community’s values, traditions, and beliefs. These names are rooted in Sanskrit and other regional languages. The naming tradition of Maharastrians is a reflection of Hindu customs. Naming of a child is considered an important and thoughtful practice. Parents may consult elders in the family while choosing a name for their child. You may even seek help from a pandit (Hindu priest) or an astrologer who may help pick a meaningful name for your child. Pandits usually do this by referring to the child’s nakshatra (position of the stars at the time of birth) or horoscope. Every nakshatra is associated with a specific alphabet. Parents are guided to pick a name for their child corresponding to that letter. Parents believe that selecting a name according to the child’s nakshatra brings them good luck. They usually choose a name that carries a good meaning, stands for significant virtues, or is connected to cultural and mythological references. Marathi names may draw inspiration from natural elements as well. For instance, Tulsi referring to the ‘holy basil,’ is a popular Marathi name since the tulsi plant is considered sacred in Hindu culture. Jui, a flower found in Maharashtra, is also a popular baby girl name amongst the Maharashtrians. Maharastrians also value virtues and attributes and this is evident in names such as Sadhana, meaning ‘to accomplish a goal,’ and Bhavanjali, meaning ‘one who is full of emotions.’ Marathi girl names not only represent an individual but also the Maharashtrian community. These names are a means to preserve and carry forward values in the modern world. In this post, we have compiled a list of Marathi baby girl names with meanings. Read on and pick the best choice for your little princess.

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Name Gender Meaning
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Mira
Baby Girl Sign Girl A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean; Glory; Merry; Kindness; Behold
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Mina
Baby Girl Sign Girl Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector
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Samira
Baby Girl Sign Girl Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
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Meera
Baby Girl Sign Girl Sea; Ocean; Boundary; Limit; Prosperous; Famous; Astonishing; Goodness
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Prisha
Baby Girl Sign Girl To sprinkle; Weary
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Asha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Desire; Hope; Wish; Alive; Exist
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Anita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Grace; Favor; Mercy; Unguided
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Priya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beloved; Loved one
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Isha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Master; Lord
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Rya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Vision; Dream; To flow; Singer
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Reem
Baby Girl Sign Girl One who is like a beautiful gazelle; White antelope
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Shreya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Superior; Best
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Anjali
Baby Girl Sign Girl Offering with devotion to God; Salutation
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Sanvi
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex One that is pursued; Pursuit of knowledge; Goddess Parvati; Goddess Lakshmi; Divinity; Wisdom; Prosperity; Love; Auspiciousness
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Aditi
Baby Girl Sign Girl Boundless; Freedom; Security; Heaven and Earth
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Tanvi
Baby Girl Sign Girl A slender and delicate woman
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Advika
Baby Girl Sign Girl Unrivalled; Unique
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Ena
Baby Girl Sign Girl Grain; Peace; Little fire; Gazelle
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Indira
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beauty and goddess-like
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Meena
Baby Girl Sign Girl Fish
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Samyra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Companion in evening conversations; Wind or air
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Divya
Baby Girl Sign Girl A divine luster; Heavenly
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Sonali
Baby Girl Sign Girl Golden
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Kimaya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Alchemy; A golden goose; Sleight of hand; Magic
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Rani
Baby Girl Sign Girl Queen; She is singing; Joyous song
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Kashvi
Baby Girl Sign Girl Shining; Luminous; Bright; A shining star; Beautiful; Blooming; Glowing
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Vaishnavi
Baby Girl Sign Girl Belonging to Vishnu; All-pervasive
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Aishwarya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Prosperity; Wealth
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Ahna
Baby Girl Sign Girl Gracious; Favor; Daytime; First rays of the sun; Born during the day
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Vishnu
Baby Girl Sign Girl All-pervasive; Hindu god of preservation and protection
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Sarita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Princess; Flowing
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Medha
Baby Girl Sign Girl One of great wisdom and intellect
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Neha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Love; Tenderness; Rain; Wisdom
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Sameera
Baby Girl Sign Girl Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
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Sanjana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Gentle; Peaceful; Uniting; Joining
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Mandra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Pleasant
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Shreeya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Best; Superior
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Shanti
Baby Girl Sign Girl Peace; Tranquility
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Aarushi
Baby Girl Sign Girl First ray of sun; Dawn
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Pranshi
Baby Girl Sign Girl Another name of Goddess Lakshmi; Of great stature
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Priyanka
Baby Girl Sign Girl Agreeable; Amiable
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Sithara
Baby Girl Sign Girl Star
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Sanvika
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Goddess Lakshmi
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Diva
Baby Girl Sign Girl A divine person; Goddess; Beloved; Daytime
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Rupa
Baby Girl Sign Girl Shape; Form; Appearance; Beauty
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Disha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Region; Direction
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Ishana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Master; Lord; Shiva
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Samhitha
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Put together; Joined; Union; Collection; A methodically rule-based combination of texts and verses
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Varsha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Rain
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Deetya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Given
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Kanika
Baby Girl Sign Girl Seed; Piece of gold; Atom; A flower; Black cloth
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Lalita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Playful; Charming; Desirable
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Manasvi
Baby Girl Sign Girl An intelligent person; Self-controlled
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Rayya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Quenched; Fresh or good scent; Treasures; Wealth; Possessions; Goods
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Myan
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex A sword sheath; A palanquin
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Bindu
Baby Girl Sign Girl Drop; Point
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Bhavana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Feeling; Emotion; Thought; Producing; Manifesting; Development; Cultivating
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Saurya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Bravery; Valor; Heroism
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Kanya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Virgin; Girl; Daughter; Maiden; Young woman
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Dipa
Baby Girl Sign Girl Light; Lamp
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Naika
Baby Girl Sign Girl Born of Nila; Bold and invincible; Principal; Chief; Flower
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Urja
Baby Girl Sign Girl Energy; Vigor; Strength
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Veena
Baby Girl Sign Girl Musical instrument; Lute
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Aneela
Baby Girl Sign Girl Wind; Air
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Moukthika
Baby Girl Sign Girl Pearl
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Chitra
Baby Girl Sign Girl A picture; Bright; Jewel; Clear
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Maheen
Baby Girl Sign Girl Earth-ruler; King; Prince
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Arti
Baby Girl Sign Girl Worshipping ritual; Bear man; Bear king
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Madhuri
Baby Girl Sign Girl Sweetness; Mead; Charm; Amiableness
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Preesha
Baby Boy Sign Boy To sprinkle; To give
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Rukmini
Baby Girl Sign Girl Adorned with gold; Radiant; Clear; Bright
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Ruchika
Baby Girl Sign Girl Brilliant; Beautiful; Shining
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Mamta
Baby Girl Sign Girl Love; Affection; Regard; Fondness
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Mahita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Celebrated; Greatness; Honored; Festivity
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Mukta
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Liberated; Freedom
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Samridhi
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Welfare; Flourishing; Fortune
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Hela
Baby Girl Sign Girl Torch; Corposant; Moon; Bright; Clear; Vaianakh god of darkness; Wanton sport
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Shya
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Dark; Black; Blue
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Devyani
Baby Boy Sign Boy Goddess; One who serves the gods; Chariot of the gods
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Priyanshi
Baby Girl Sign Girl The dearest part; Part of one's beloved; Loved
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Idhika
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Earth
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Savita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Sun; Rouser; Stimulator
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Chetana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Visible; Conscious; Soul
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Darshana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Seeing; Observing; Understanding
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Rachana
Baby Girl Sign Girl Creation; Preparation
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Sreya
Baby Girl Sign Girl Best woman of great beauty and excellence
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Dipali
Baby Girl Sign Girl Row of lamps; Joy
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Arati
Baby Girl Sign Girl Worshipping ritual
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Rupali
Baby Girl Sign Girl Shape; Form; Beauty
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Darshi
Baby Girl Sign Girl Seeing; Understanding; Vision
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Sakara
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Sugar; Beautiful
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Gayatri
Baby Girl Sign Girl A type of song or hymn; Knowledge; Mother of Vedas
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Pranathi
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Bowing; Salutation; Courtesy; Obeisance; Reverence; Prayer
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Namitha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Bowed; Bent; Devotee; Servant
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Sanvitha
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Surrounded; Enclosed; Encompassed
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Snigdha
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Elegant; Graceful; Kind; Affectionate
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Smita
Baby Girl Sign Girl Smiling; Smile
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Pelin
Baby Girl Sign Girl Horse; Dark skinned; Wormwood; Absinthe
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Kanisha
Baby Girl Sign Girl Beautiful; Favorite; Alive
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Khaira
Baby Girl Sign Girl Who comes from an honorable lineage; Radiant; Noble; Praiseworthy; Well-being
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Marathi girl names are deeply rooted in culture. These names capture the beauty of natural elements unique to Maharashtra's landscape. Linked to mythology, these baby names are seen as symbols of virtues. The naming tradition is conducted in a traditional manner. Parents seek blessings and wisdom from elders, which helps guide the child on the right path. Even amidst the influence of Western names, these traditional and alluring names continue to represent their glorious past and are still used widely.

Infographic: Authentic Marathi Names For Baby Girls With Meanings

Marathi names for girls exude grace and beauty unique to Maharashtrian culture. These names are a blend of traditional values and modern relevance. They also embody qualities that are upheld by the Maharashtrian community. The infographic below contains some elegant Marathi names you may consider for your precious daughter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Marathi baby girl names with a historical significance?

Ahilya is a traditional Marathi name inspired by the queen of Mahabaleshwar Ahilyabai Holkar. Similarly, Lakshmi is a common name that draws inspiration from the queen of Jhansi Rani Lakshmibai. Tara or Tarabai, meaning 'star' in Sanskrit, is inspired by the Maratha queen Tarabai Bhosale. Kashi meaning 'shining,' is another common Marathi name associated with Kashibai, the wife and queen of Peshwa Bajirao, the Prime Minister (Peshwa) of the Maratha Empire in the 18th century.

2. What are some Marathi baby girl names inspired by flowers or plants?

Abhja (water lily), Abolee (a flower), Chameli (jasmine), Manjari (sacred basil), Kamala (lotus), Nalinie (lotus, lily), and Himavari (sunflower) are some beautiful Marathi baby girl names that represent the beauty and delicateness.

3. What are some Marathi baby girl names with musical connotations?

Aarohi (ascending musical note), Saaj (music), Abhiri (a ragini of music), Dhwani (sound or melody), Gayatri (hymn), Gita (song), and Tarana (musical composition) are among some common Marathi names that evoke a sense of music and melody. Aasavari, Bhairavi, and Jaitashri are a few more Marathi names associated with ragas in Indian classical music.

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