134 Baby Names That Mean 'Snake'

Can a name be considered fascinating yet mysterious? Yes, names that mean ‘snake’ do just that. Snakes are often associated with wisdom and protection. Another feature associated with snakes is constant transformation. Hence, parents who want to convey the concept of permanent change to their children may choose these names. Some people may associate snakes with danger, but if you look at tradition, they are often intelligent and graceful beings. In many traditions, they are also considered sacred.

Hindu mythology is one of the most common places where names that mean ‘snake’ are used. Ancient names, including Aadiseshan, Nagarjuna, and Phanindra are regularly used even today. All these names are associated with great snakes, often found in the company of the gods. Names such as Huanglong, Ryu, and Seok-Jin in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, respectively, mean ‘dragon’ and may also be associated with snakes.

There are names that mean ‘snake’ in English, too. Names like Draco and Drake are quite popular. Native American languages also quite commonly use names that mean ‘snake.’ Some examples of such names include Amaru in Quechua and Itzcoatl and Quetzalcoatl in Nahuatl. Quetzalcoatl also appears in Aztec and Toltec mythology as the god of the sky, wind, and knowledge.

These names come from many parts of the world, which shows how important snakes have been to humans. They are also an important part of the ecosystem and maintain a balance. By choosing names that mean ‘snake,’ parents are not only associating their child with an ancient tradition, but also bestowing intelligence and strength on their children. Respected for thousands of years, these names still hold a sway.

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Amaru
Baby Boy Sign Boy Snake
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Kaaliyah
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Dark kind of sandalwood; A dark snake living in Yamuna river; Exceeding
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Cobra
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Snake; Venomous snake
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Quetzalcoatl
Baby Boy Sign Boy Feathered snake
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Jahdai
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Snake charmer; Who Jehovah directs
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Evra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Snake boy
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Manasa
Baby Girl Sign Girl Hindu goddess of snakes; Wise; Desire; Mind
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Nyoka
Baby Girl Sign Girl Snake
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Ahish
Baby Boy Sign Boy King of serpents; Lord of snakes; Blessing
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Ananta
Baby Boy Sign Boy Infinite; Endless lord; Infinite; Eternal; Celestial snake; Sky; Earth
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Asit
Baby Boy Sign Boy Unlimited; The planet; Dark; Black; Snake
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Dharindhar
Baby Boy Sign Boy Serpent; Snake God
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Guffd
Baby Boy Sign Boy Serpent God; Snake Lord
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Havu
Baby Girl Sign Girl Snake; Serpent
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Kalingan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Five heads of snake; Derived from Kalinga
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Manidhar
Baby Boy Sign Boy A mythical snake with jewels in its hood; Precious; Gem; Jewel
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Manikaant
Baby Boy Sign Boy The blue jewel; Shining brightly; One who has a bejeweled throat like a snake
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Manikant
Baby Boy Sign Boy The blue jewel; Shining brightly; One who has a bejeweled throat like a snake
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Mansa
Baby Girl Sign Girl Sultan; King; Ruler; Hindu goddess of snakes
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Pann-gesh
Baby Boy Sign Boy King of serpents; Snake God
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Ramanaka-Dwipa
Baby Boy Sign Boy The home of Kaliya Naga, a poisonous snake that was made to move out of the Yamuna River by Lord Krishna
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Aegel
Baby Girl Sign Girl The spruce tree; The grass snake
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Aegelmaer
Baby Girl Sign Girl A little spruce tree; Daughter of grass snake
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Aethel
Baby Boy Sign Boy Noble; A noble snake; One from the Aethelind
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Aethelard
Baby Boy Sign Boy One who descends from the noble snake
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Aethelbeorht
Baby Boy Sign Boy The bright, noble snake
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Aethelbeorn
Baby Boy Sign Boy One who is born of a noble snake
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Aethelberht
Baby Boy Sign Boy The bright and shining noble snake
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Aethelburh
Baby Boy Sign Boy The brightness or a noble snake
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Aetheldred
Baby Boy Sign Boy A noble snake counselor
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Aethelfrid
Baby Boy Sign Boy The peaceful, noble snake
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Aethelgar
Baby Boy Sign Boy The spear of a noble snake
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Aethelgifu
Baby Boy Sign Boy A gift of the noble snake
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Aethelgyth
Baby Boy Sign Boy The gift from the noble snake
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Aethelheah
Baby Boy Sign Boy The high noble snake
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Aethelhelm
Baby Boy Sign Boy A covering of the noble snake
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Aethelhild
Baby Boy Sign Boy The battle of the noble snake
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Aethelhun
Baby Boy Sign Boy A gift from the noble snake
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Aethelind
Baby Boy Sign Boy A noble snake
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Aethelinda
Baby Girl Sign Girl A noble female snake
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Aethelisdun
Baby Boy Sign Boy The fort of a noble snake
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Aethelmaer
Baby Girl Sign Girl A little virgin noble snake
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Aethelmaere
Baby Girl Sign Girl The virgin daughter of a noble snake
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Aethelmod
Baby Boy Sign Boy The modesty of a noble snake
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Aethelmund
Baby Boy Sign Boy The protection of a noble snake
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Aethelnoth
Baby Boy Sign Boy The distress or the need of a noble snake
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Aethelraed
Baby Boy Sign Boy the counsel of noble snake
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Aethelreda
Baby Girl Sign Girl A female counselor; Noble snake
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Aethelric
Baby Boy Sign Boy The king of the noble snake
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Aethelsige
Baby Boy Sign Boy The win or victory of noble snake
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Aethelstun
Baby Boy Sign Boy The town of the noble snake
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Aethelu
Baby Boy Sign Boy The kindness of a noble snake
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Aethelulf
Baby Boy Sign Boy The gentleness of a noble snake
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Aethelwald
Baby Boy Sign Boy The forest of the noble snake
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Aethelwalh
Baby Boy Sign Boy A noble snake from the forest
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Aethelwaru
Baby Boy Sign Boy The war of the noble snake
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Aethelweah
Baby Boy Sign Boy The storm of noble snake
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Aethelweard
Baby Boy Sign Boy The noble snake guard
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Aethelwig
Baby Boy Sign Boy The fight of a noble snake
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Aethelwin
Baby Boy Sign Boy The victory of the noble snake
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Aethelwine
Baby Boy Sign Boy The friend of a noble snake
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Aethelwyne
Baby Boy Sign Boy The companion or friend of the noble snake
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Aethilwald
Baby Boy Sign Boy The noble snake of the forest
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Ahindra
Baby Boy Sign Boy Lord of the snakes; Another name for Indra
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Ahiratha
Baby Boy Sign Boy Having a Snake Chariot
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Ajira
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex To employ; Courtyard; Name of a snake priest
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Arbad
Baby Boy Sign Boy A mighty lion; A Snake
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Arqam
Baby Boy Sign Boy Pen; Speckled snake; Writer
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Bhujanga
Baby Boy Sign Boy Snake
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Cancu
Baby Girl Sign Girl A snake's nest
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Darvanda
Baby Boy Sign Boy Snake's hood
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Darvi
Baby Boy Sign Boy Snake's hood; Indian barberry
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Draca
Baby Boy Sign Boy Dragon; Snake monster; One with fiery temperament
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Dundubha
Baby Boy Sign Boy Name of a Snake; Lord Shiva
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Ethelind
Baby Boy Sign Boy Noble snake
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Fanadhar
Baby Boy Sign Boy A snake
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Fanakar
Baby Boy Sign Boy One who is snake-like
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Fanikeshar
Baby Boy Sign Boy The ruler of the snakes
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Gankappa
Baby Boy Sign Boy Father of snakes; Powerful
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Kal-nagini
Baby Boy Sign Boy Half woman half snake creature
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Karkodan
Baby Boy Sign Boy King of snakes
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Kobra
Baby Girl Sign Girl Snake
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Lohitaksha
Baby Boy Sign Boy Red eyes; A precious gem; Lord Vishnu; Sun god; Indian cuckoo; A kind of snake
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Lynsai
Baby Boy Sign Boy From the island of the snakes
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Naag
Baby Boy Sign Boy The huge snake or serpent
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Naga
Baby Boy Sign Boy Snake or serpent
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Nagabhooshan
Baby Boy Sign Boy A person who wear snakes as ornaments
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Nagabhooshanam
Baby Boy Sign Boy A person who wears ornamental snake
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Nagadhar
Baby Boy Sign Boy Keeps snakes as pets
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Nagaiah
Baby Boy Sign Boy God Cobra; King of snakes
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Nagaiyan
Baby Boy Sign Boy King of snakes
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Naganan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Born of a snake
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Naganandi
Baby Girl Sign Girl The girl child of the snake
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Nagannan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Master of snakes; Charmer
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Nagappan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Ancestor of snakes
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Nagaraj
Baby Boy Sign Boy King of snakes
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Nagarajan
Baby Boy Sign Boy Lord of snakes
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Nagaraji
Baby Girl Sign Girl One who have snakes
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Nagaraju
Baby Boy Sign Boy Master or king of snakes or serpents
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Nagari
Baby Boy Sign Boy Antagonist of snakes
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Names that mean ‘snake’ are usually associated with ancient traditions and mythology. Snakes are considered a reflection of strength and intelligence. In many mythologies, snakes and dragons hold a special significance and spend their time with the gods. These names are popular not only in Asian languages but also European and Native American ones. As they are traditional names, they have ancient roots. Parents choosing these names associate their children with an age-old tradition. Religious parents may also choose these names, as in some religions, snakes are considered sacred.

Infographic: Beautiful Baby Names That Mean 'Snake'

Your baby's name is a timeless expression of your love and aspirations for their future. It is a gift that will stay with them forever and remind them of their individuality. Understanding this, our infographic below brings you some adorable Baby Names That Mean 'Snake' that are distinct yet versatile. Explore them to find a beautiful name that best suits your preferences. Share this infographic with other soon-to-be moms and dads to help them choose an adorable title for their children.


 Baby Names That Mean 'Snake'(infographic)

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