51 Mongolian Baby Girl Names With Meanings

The age-old custom of bestowing meaningful Mongolian baby girl names remains a revered cultural ritual within Mongolian society. This custom retains its paramount importance in the modern era, whether in a bustling urban center or a serene rural expanse. In the past, respected family members or wise individuals such as shamans were responsible for giving a name to newborns. Today, this responsibility rests upon the parents, who may consult a lama before naming their babies. Mongolian feminine names are intrinsically linked with aesthetics, drawing inspiration from elements such as flowers, hues, and celestial bodies such as the sun and moon (1). However, certain names are forbidden among Mongolian communities, not out of antagonism but as a protective measure. A belief holds that assigning a name with negative connotations confuses ill-intentioned spirits seeking harm. For instance, 'Muunokhoi,' a name that translates to 'Vicious Dog', is an unconventional choice, yet it is a potent ward against adversities.

Similarly, names like 'Nekhii,' signifying 'Sheepskin,' or 'Medekhgüi,' meaning 'I Don't Know,' are other options which Mongolian parents may choose to safeguard their offspring. Mongolian naming customs also encompass an intriguing facet related to gender. In cases where a family has suffered the loss of a child of a specific gender, parents might choose a name typically associated with the opposite gender, to baffle malevolent entities. This practice highlights the significance Mongolian culture attributes to shielding their young ones. Additionally, affectionate nicknames add to Mongolian culture's diverse collection of names. These short names, often formed by blending fragments of the original name or adding suffixes, provide a glimpse into the profound interconnectedness of Mongolian familial relationships.

We have compiled an extensive list of Mongolian names for baby girls, each with unique and special meaning, to pay homage to their intricate naming traditions. This collection provides a meaningful glimpse into the fascinating world of Mongolian naming practices and customs. Keep reading to take your pick!

Name		Gender	Meaning
Altantsetseg		Girl	Golden flower
Bolormaa		Girl	Crystal mother
Enkhjargal		Girl	Peaceful happiness; Peaceful blessing
Enkhtuya		Girl	Ray of peace
Erdenechimeg		Girl	Jewel; Ornament
Monkh Erdene		Unisex	Eternal family
Narantsetseg		Girl	Sunflower
Oyuunchimeg		Girl	Decorated or noble mind
Altansarnai		Girl	Golden rose
Arban		Unisex	A fluent man
Bayarmaa		Girl	Mother of joy
Chimeg		Girl	Ornament
Chinua		Unisex	Blessings from God
Erhi		Girl	A musical instrument
Gan		Unisex	The bold one
Gerel		Girl	Light
Geriel		Girl	A light or a bright light
Jullian		Unisex	People with this name are loyal and love their family a lot. They bring joy wherever they go and are good advisers.
Khenbish		Unisex	Nobody
Khongordzol		Girl	Thistle
Khulan		Girl	Onager; Wild donkey
Khunbish		Unisex	Not a human being
Medekhgui		Unisex	I don't know
Mongolekhorniiugluu		Unisex	Mongol country's morning
Munkhtsetseg		Girl	Eternal flower
Naimanzuunnadintsetseg		Unisex	Eight hundred precious flowers
Narangerel		Girl	Sunlight
Nekhii		Unisex	Sheepskin
Och		Unisex	Sparkle
Od		Unisex	Star
Odgerel		Unisex	Starlight
Odtsetseg		Girl	Star flower
Odval		Girl	Mongolian word for chrysanthemum flower
Ogtbish		Unisex	Not at all
Oyunchimeg		Girl	Wisdom ornament
Qacha		Girl	Flank
Qadan		Unisex	A cliff; An edge of the mountain
Qara		Unisex	Cloudlet
Sarangerel		Girl	Moonlight
Sarantsatsral		Girl	Moonbeam
Sarnai		Girl	Rose
Taban		Unisex	Splendid or glittering
Terbish		Unisex	Not that one
Tsetseg		Girl	Flower
Tsetsegmaa		Girl	Flower
Tsolmon		Girl	Venus
Tuya		Girl	Ray of light
Uranchimeg		Girl	Artistic decoration
Uuliinyagaantsetseg		Girl	A pink flower of the mountain
Xaela		Unisex	Mystical; Nomadic; Fierce
Xanadu		Unisex	Dream place of magnificence and luxury