77 Nepali Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Naming practices in Nepal hold tremendous cultural significance. This serene country, home to numerous ethnic and religious groups, has various customs and beliefs linked to naming boys. These norms are age-old and still form an essential part of this ritual.

In Nepal, every boy gets a birth name or 'janama nama.' It is given during the Nuwaran or the naming ceremony. The astrologer gives an auspicious letter or syllable for the name, which is according to the date and time of birth. It is a traditional Hindu ritual that honors the arrival of a new life into the world. As per astrology, naming a boy is widely believed to help him build a bright future.

Boy names in Nepal are truly unique from those in the rest of the world. Many Nepalese use religious or mythological names for their boys. Most of the population here includes Hindus. As a result, Hinduism exerts a big influence in giving names. You will often come across names symbolizing Gods like Krishna, Shiva, Ganesh, and Shiva. They give a positive glimpse of the spiritual heritage of Nepal. Other popular names point to kings, kings of religion, and lord of kings.

There is also the tradition of using their caste name or ethnicity as a surname in Nepal. Boys here can also have a middle name. Some examples are Prasad, Bahadur, Maan, and Kumar. These are taken according to their respective castes.

The family of a boy holds much significance in his name, and many inherit the family name of their fathers. It, in turn, preserves a sense of connection with the ancestors. Most boy names in Nepal reflect their ethnicity, occupation, and place of birth. Some names, such as Bhasnet, Thapa, and Pande, may also tell you that the boy belongs to a ruling family.

Even when globalization has influenced varied customs, Nepal stands true to its roots when naming boys.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Amir		Boy	Ruler; Prince; Commander
Bibek		Boy	Conscience, ethics
Kiran		Boy	Dust; Beam of light
Krishna		Boy	Dark
Manish		Boy	One who is the lord of the mind
Milan		Boy	Beloved
Ram		Boy	Pleasing; Charming; All-embracing absolute Brahman; A name to the ultimately formless (advita); An incarnation of Lord Vishnu
Sajit		Boy	Victorious superior; Lord Ganesh
Sang		Boy	Bright one; Stands out of the crowd
Udgam		Boy	Rising star
Aanga		Boy	Yard
Abiral		Boy	Never ending
Ahupathi		Boy	Follower of prayer; A devotee
Baburam		Boy	Leader of a rebellion; Head of an uprising; Referring to Lord Ram as the leader
Ballabh		Boy	Beloved
Batsa		Boy	Nepali variant of Vatsa; Son
Batsal		Boy	A variant of Vatsal; Love or affection
Bhintuna		Boy	Wishes
Chalise		Unisex	A ceremonial drinking cup
Chitavake		Boy	The eye of Lord Shiva
Devance		Boy	Part of god; Presence of god; A part of Lord Krishna
Devnand		Boy	Lord Krishna
Dhonu		Boy	King
Dhyansh		Boy	Attention; An attentive person
Divsimar		Boy	One who remembers God
Drupadh		Boy	The great king
Dvarika		Boy	Name of Lord Krishna's capital
Faneel		Boy	Sea waves
Garvesh		Boy	Proud; One of the many names of Lord Ganesha
Gianprakash		Boy	Light of devine knoledge
Gigyansh		Boy	Being curious about something
Girivardhan		Boy	A name of Lord Venkateshwara
Girvesh		Boy	A name of Lord Shiva
Gurratan		Boy	The diamond of God
Gurrehmat		Boy	Kindness or mercy
Harnoop		Boy	The beautiful person of God
Hartaj		Boy	The crown of God
Hekshith		Boy	Made up of gold or diamond
Hiranjan		Boy	The one who delights his parents.
Hiransh		Boy	A part of diamond
Iloosha		Boy	Lord of the earth
Imay		Boy	One with an independent nature; One who likes being independent
Indradu		Boy	Desired by Lord Indra
Indragop		Boy	Glow or light
Iraianbu		Boy	Divine love
Jaysha		Boy	Office
Juddha		Boy	War; A variant of Yuddha
Sanani		Boy	A creative man
Saudis		Boy	King of the solar system
Sejun		Boy	A charming man
Shalva		Boy	An honest and peaceful man
Shraey		Boy	Credit
Soumy		Boy	Nepalese version of Soumya; Soft-natured
Taral		Boy	Brilliant; Shining or splendid
Tau		Boy	A handsome bloke
Tej		Boy	Bright and radiant
Tilanjal		Boy	A pure substance used to worship
Tirtha		Boy	A holy place in India
Toofan		Boy	Wind or storm
Tribikram		Boy	The Holy Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh.
Tshering		Boy	Long life
Tyag		Boy	Sacrifice; A person who doesn't hesitate to sacrifice
Ujesh		Boy	The one who gives light
Umanga		Boy	Enthusiasm; Excitement; One who is full of enthusiasm
Unnabh		Boy	Highest; The peak
Unnat		Boy	Progress; Development
Utkarsh		Boy	Awakening; Prosperity
Utkrishta		Boy	The best amongst every one
Utsang		Boy	Embrace
Utsarg		Boy	One who is dedicated to whatever he does
Utsav		Boy	Celebration; Festival
Vasava		Boy	The name of Lord Indra
Ved		Boy	A sacred text in Hindu religion
Yadav		Boy	A name of Lord Krishna
Yagya		Boy	A holy ceremony
Yatindra		Boy	Lord Indra
Yuddha		Boy	War

Infographic: Interesting Nepali Baby Boy Names To Explore

Nepali baby names give a glimpse of its culture and traditions. Many of them signify virtues and great qualities. These names also appeal to people in other Asian countries. If your search for a strong and meaningful name has yet to end, this infographic will help you. Choose a suitable name for your adorable little man.

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