355 Marathi Girl Names Reflecting Maharashtra’s Culture

For a girl as pleasant as Mandra and as patient as Dharaa.

Written by Angela Alex, MA

Edited by Vidya Tadapatri, MSc (Biotechnology)

Fact-checked by N Pravenchandra Singh, MA

Last Updated on Nov 13, 2024

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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.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Mira	Girl	A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean; Glory; Merry; Kindness; Behold
Mina	Girl	Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector
Samira	Girl	Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
Meera	Girl	Sea; Ocean; Boundary; Limit; Prosperous; Famous; Astonishing; Goodness
Prisha	Girl	To sprinkle; Weary
Asha	Girl	Desire; Hope; Wish; Alive; Exist
Anita	Girl	Grace; Favor; Mercy; Unguided
Priya	Girl	Beloved; Loved one
Isha	Girl	Master; Lord
Rya	Girl	Vision; Dream; To flow; Singer

Reem	Girl	One who is like a beautiful gazelle; White antelope
Shreya	Girl	Superior; Best
Anjali	Girl	Offering with devotion to God; Salutation
Sanvi	Unisex	One that is pursued; Pursuit of knowledge; Goddess Parvati; Goddess Lakshmi; Divinity; Wisdom; Prosperity; Love; Auspiciousness
Aditi	Girl	Boundless; Freedom; Security; Heaven and Earth
Tanvi	Girl	A slender and delicate woman
Advika	Girl	Unrivalled; Unique
Ena	Girl	Grain; Peace; Little fire; Gazelle
Indira	Girl	Beauty and goddess-like
Meena	Girl	Fish

Samyra	Girl	Companion in evening conversations; Wind or air
Divya	Girl	A divine luster; Heavenly
Sonali	Girl	Golden
Kimaya	Girl	Alchemy; A golden goose; Sleight of hand; Magic
Rani-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Variations,-Nicknames-&-More	Girl	Queen; She is singing; Joyous song
Kashvi	Girl	Shining; Luminous; Bright; A shining star; Beautiful; Blooming; Glowing
Vaishnavi	Girl	Belonging to Vishnu; All-pervasive
Aishwarya	Girl	Prosperity; Wealth
Ahna-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation:-What-You-Need-To-Know	Girl	Gracious; Favor; Daytime; First rays of the sun; Born during the day
Vishnu-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide	Girl	All-pervasive; Hindu god of preservation and protection

Sarita	Girl	Princess; Flowing
Medha	Girl	One of great wisdom and intellect
Neha	Girl	Love; Tenderness; Rain; Wisdom
Sameera	Girl	Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
Sanjana	Girl	Gentle; Peaceful; Uniting; Joining
Mandra	Girl	Pleasant
Shreeya	Girl	Best; Superior
Shanti	Girl	Peace; Tranquility
Aarushi	Girl	First ray of sun; Dawn
Pranshi	Girl	Another name of Goddess Lakshmi; Of great stature

Priyanka	Girl	Agreeable; Amiable
Sithara	Girl	Star
Sanvika	Unisex	Goddess Lakshmi
Diva	Girl	A divine person; Goddess; Beloved; Daytime
Rupa	Girl	Shape; Form; Appearance; Beauty
Disha	Girl	Region; Direction
Ishana-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History	Girl	Master; Lord; Shiva
Samhitha-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Popularity,-&-Nicknames	Unisex	Put together; Joined; Union; Collection; A methodically rule-based combination of texts and verses
Varsha	Girl	Rain
Deetya	Girl	Given

Kanika	Girl	Seed; Piece of gold; Atom; A flower; Black cloth
Lalita	Girl	Playful; Charming; Desirable
Manasvi	Girl	An intelligent person; Self-controlled
Rayya	Girl	Quenched; Fresh or good scent; Treasures; Wealth; Possessions; Goods
Shamala-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide	Girl	Black; Dark; Blue
Aaryahi	Girl	Noble snake
Myan-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity	Unisex	A sword sheath; A palanquin
Bindu-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide	Girl	Drop; Point
Bhavana	Girl	Feeling; Emotion; Thought; Producing; Manifesting; Development; Cultivating
Saurya-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide	Girl	Bravery; Valor; Heroism

Kanya	Girl	Virgin; Girl; Daughter; Maiden; Young woman
Dipa	Girl	Light; Lamp
Naika	Girl	Born of Nila; Bold and invincible; Principal; Chief; Flower
Urja-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Complete-Guide	Girl	Energy; Vigor; Strength
Veena	Girl	Musical instrument; Lute
Aneela	Girl	Wind; Air
Moukthika	Girl	Pearl
Chitra	Girl	A picture; Bright; Jewel; Clear
Maheen	Girl	Earth-ruler; King; Prince
Arti	Girl	Worshipping ritual; Bear man; Bear king

Madhuri	Girl	Sweetness; Mead; Charm; Amiableness
Preesha	Boy	To sprinkle; To give
Rukmini	Girl	Adorned with gold; Radiant; Clear; Bright
Ruchika	Girl	Brilliant; Beautiful; Shining
Mamta	Girl	Love; Affection; Regard; Fondness
Mahita	Girl	Celebrated; Greatness; Honored; Festivity
Mukta	Unisex	Liberated; Freedom
Samridhi	Unisex	Welfare; Flourishing; Fortune
Hela	Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Bright; Clear; Vaianakh god of darkness; Wanton sport
Shya-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-More	Unisex	Dark; Black; Blue

Devyani	Boy	Goddess; One who serves the gods; Chariot of the gods
Priyanshi	Girl	The dearest part; Part of one's beloved; Loved
Idhika	Unisex	Earth
Savita	Girl	Sun; Rouser; Stimulator
Chetana	Girl	Visible; Conscious; Soul
Darshana-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide	Girl	Seeing; Observing; Understanding
Rachana-Name-Meaning-&-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide	Girl	Creation; Preparation
Sreya-Name-Meaning:-Your-Complete-Guide-To-This-Sanskrit-Name	Girl	Best woman of great beauty and excellence
Dipali-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know	Girl	Row of lamps; Joy
Arati	Girl	Worshipping ritual

Rupali	Girl	Shape; Form; Beauty
Darshi-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-Guide	Girl	Seeing; Understanding; Vision
Sakara:-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide-For-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More	Unisex	Sugar; Beautiful
Gayatri	Girl	A type of song or hymn; Knowledge; Mother of Vedas
Pranathi	Unisex	Bowing; Salutation; Courtesy; Obeisance; Reverence; Prayer
Namitha	Girl	Bowed; Bent; Devotee; Servant
Sanvitha	Unisex	Surrounded; Enclosed; Encompassed
Snigdha	Unisex	Elegant; Graceful; Kind; Affectionate
Smita	Girl	Smiling; Smile
Pelin-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know	Girl	Horse; Dark skinned; Wormwood; Absinthe

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.

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.

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.

traditional marathi girl names for your little princess (infographic)

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Angela AlexMA

Angela is an honors student with a master's degree in Linguistics from The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in History from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi. Her combined interest in history and the science of language has taught her the skills to understand how language and its use have changed over time.

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Vidya TadapatriMSc (Biotechnology)

Vidya did her post-graduation in Biotechnology from Osmania University, Hyderabad. Her interest in scientific research and writing made her pursue a career in writing, in which she now has over five years of experience. She has done certified biotechnology-related training programs under renowned organizations such as Centre For Cellular & Molecular Biology and Department of Biotechnology.

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N Pravenchandra SinghMA

Praven is an English literature expert. He did his bachelors in English from Delhi University and masters in English from Manipur University. Besides, he holds a certificate in multimedia design and content creation from NIELIT Imphal and presented papers at various national and international conferences.

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