89 Traditional Nepali Girl Names

Embrace these unique, beautiful, and culturally vibrant names for your little princess.

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Nepal is a culturally rich country most famous for its geographical setting and diversity. Although a small nation, it is multicultural, multiethnic, multilingual, and multiracial. Therefore, Nepali girls' names are from over 100 different ethnic groups. Nepal also has a long list of customs and traditions; prominent among them is the name-giving ceremony or Nwaran. This ceremony originates from Hindu beliefs and is celebrated after the eighth day of the birth of a girl. Some people perform this ceremony on the 21st or 41st day after birth while others tend to do it on the 11th day. The Nwaran ceremony is an ancient tradition guided by astrological insights. Here, an astrologer performs the naming ceremony based on the baby’s birth details and corresponding horoscope concerning the birth date, time and the alignment of stars.

The process of naming the child by calculating the Zodiac is referred to as ‘Bahun le Rakhiko Nam.’ Some popular girl names in Nepal symbolize goddesses, virtues, and important traits, including fearlessness, cleverness, and intelligence. They also allude to nature, such as flowers, the full moon, and seasons like spring. Nepalese culture has symbols from Buddhist and Hindu sources. Nepalese have always given beautiful baby names to their girls. The status of women here is high, and they get names of religious and spiritual significance. Many adorable and popular Nepali girl names refer to a princess, a noblewoman, and flowers such as jasmine and star. These are Babie, Eniya, Jasmine, and Tara. Some names also reflect the beauty of Nepal. Girls may also add middle names, such as Kumari or Maya. However, it is not compulsion and depends on their parents’ preference (1).

Every parent will love giving evocative Nepali names to their girls. Begin your search here for a profound name reflecting the essence of Nepal's culture and spiritually significant naming customs.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Anita	Girl	Grace; Favor; Mercy; Unguided
Anjali	Girl	Offering with devotion to God; Salutation
Dhriti	Girl	One who has courage and patience
Iniya	Girl	Sweet
Ahna	Girl	Gracious; Favor; Daytime; First rays of the sun; Born during the day
Ditya	Girl	Another name of Goddess Durga; Answer to prayers
Dhanvi	Girl	A woman who is rich and wealthy; One of the names of Goddess Lakshmi
Bina	Girl	Knowledge; Bee
Ita	Girl	Oil lamp
Mahima	Girl	The ability to become huge; Greatness; Glory

Diva	Girl	A divine person; Goddess; Beloved; Daytime
Beena	Girl	A musical instrument; Bee
Rayya	Girl	Quenched; Fresh or good scent; Treasures; Wealth; Possessions; Goods
Eshani	Girl	A name for Goddess Parvati
Izna	Girl	Light
Asmi	Girl	I am; Pride; Self-respect; Hard work
Kamali	Boy	Perfection; Lotus; Pale red
Maheen	Girl	Earth-ruler; King; Prince
Ishya	Girl	The season of Spring
Mahita	Girl	Celebrated; Greatness; Honored; Festivity

Ashika	Girl	Swordsman; One without sorrow; Hopeful person; Lover
Barsha	Girl	Rain
Mahati	Girl	Great; Narada's seven-stringed lute; A river; To honor; Important
Ehani	Girl	Song
Java	Girl	China rose; Saffron
Heena	Girl	Myrtle
Khyana	Girl	Light or deity
Geeta	Girl	Song; Sacred song or poem
Tika	Girl	Sun maiden; Flower
Bilhana	Girl	A woman of the dawn; Of the morning

Baijanthi	Girl	A flower
Balapuspika	Girl	The young blossom; The young flower
Bhavaroopa	Girl	One who is unique
Bhavisana	Girl	Divine
Binsa	Girl	A woman who is fearless
Biswabandita	Girl	A name of Goddess Durga
Chaarumathi	Girl	One who is beautiful and intelligent
Chaha	Girl	Love, wish or desire
Chantin	Girl	Moon
Chatushkarni	Girl	One of the names of Goddess Lakshmi.

Chenbagam	Girl	Name of a flower
Chimini	Girl	Light
Chirashree	Girl	A woman with everlasting beauty
Chirasmi	Girl	A long life
Daxa	Girl	One who is clever
Devna	Girl	Godly; Divine
Dexa	Girl	To teach
Druhi	Girl	Daughter
Eenakshi	Girl	A doe eyed woman
Eeshvi	Girl	God

Etisha	Girl	Beginning after the end
Faalgunee	Girl	The day of the full moon
Fatehjit	Girl	One who is victorious in whatever he does
Feba	Girl	The source of light
Feshikha	Girl	Princess
Fuli	Girl	To bloom like a flower
Gamya	Girl	A beautiful destiny
Gavya	Girl	Garden of God
Geetu	Girl	Someone who's very special
Gnapika	Girl	An intelligent woman

Griva	Girl	A woman with a beautiful singing voice
Hanit	Girl	A beautiful diamond
Hanka	Girl	Grace or favor
Haral	Girl	Time after the sunset
Hasri	Girl	One who is always happy and joyful
Hitu	Girl	Well wisher
Idha	Girl	Insight
Ihina	Girl	Enthusiasm
Ikroop	Girl	Beauteous form
Kaneila	Girl	Beautiful like a rose

Kasmitha	Girl	Angel
Kopisha	Girl	An intelligent and wise woman.
Kwina	Girl	Queen
Liniksha	Girl	A lovable woman
Liswini	Girl	A beautiful woman
Logaratchagi	Girl	A woman with bright eyes
Lopika	Girl	Sweetness
Lubania	Girl	Flowers
Salmee	Girl	A woman with a calm disposition
Sanjiya	Girl	Love; Beauty; Brilliance

Sanjona	Girl	The creator
Shanoli	Girl	One who is kind-hearted
Sreva	Girl	A good-natured woman
Shirisha	Girl	Shining sun
Yahnaa	Girl	Variant of Yahna
Soneeya	Girl	Golden; Beloved
Palisha	Girl	Flower
Shubhu	Girl	Conducive to success; Auspicious; Good; Goddess Lakshmi
Poudel-nishita	Girl	Sharp; Alert

Nepali girl names are culturally rich and ethnically diverse, with a long history of giving beautiful names to their baby girls. The names are woven into the Hindu and Buddhist religious beliefs comprising several traditions, festivals, and faiths of the rich Nepalese culture. Keeping in mind the Nwaran ceremony followed by the Nepalese community, it adds a touch of tradition to how the parents select these names.

Infographic: Enchanting Nepali Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Nepali names are unique in their essence because they carry connotations inspired by religion, nature, and essential traits and virtues. There are a plethora of melodious names to choose from. Begin your search by going through this infographic for enchanting names for your little one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Nepali baby girl names that are inspired by nature?

Several Nepali baby girl names draw inspiration from nature. Kamala, for instance, translates to a lotus. Pushpa signifies a flower. Baijanthi is a name that means Baijanthi flower. Banjhakri is a name that denotes a forest healer, and Hradini means river or lightning.

2. What are some Nepali baby girl names that are inspired by mythology?

Nepali baby girl names that draw inspiration from mythology encompass Lakshmi, the name of the Hindu goddess associated with prosperity, good luck, and beauty. Another name is Durga, referring to the fierce warrior goddess who is the wife of Lord Shiva. On the other hand, Sita is the Hindu goddess mentioned in the Rigveda, representing the goddess of the harvest.

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Nepali Personal Names
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