134 Sinhala Baby Names With Meanings
From the picturesque land of beaches and hills comes a collection of versatile names.
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Apart from the endless beaches, rolling surf, fun trains, elephants, and scrumptious cuisine, Sri Lanka is also famous for several ethnic groups, consisting mainly of Tamil, Moor, Malay, Burghers, Christians, and, of course, Sinhalese. Exploring Sinhala baby names with meanings is thus an exciting process for many parents. What’s even more fascinating is that all the ethnic groups in Sri Lanka have their own set of naming methods and conventions. They usually have two names, the first being the father’s name and the second being the given or personal name. For instance, in Muhandiramla Simon, Muhandiramla is the father’s name, and Simon is the given or personal name. Women also follow the same name structure but adopt their husband’s names after marriage (1). Apart from that, the suffix ‘GE’, Sinhalese for tribe or house, is appended with the first name. For instance, in MuhandiramlaGE Simon, GE indicates the place of origin of the family, the head of the family, or a special characteristic of the family, which may have prevailed in the past. This prefix must be carried down by all the descendants, no matter male or female. It should also be noted that Sinhalese communities maintain a caste system, which asserts its influence on names and titles even today. However, today Sinhalese names only have a personal name and a last name or surname. They do not have a family name. Names in Sri Lanka can be masculine, feminine, or unisex. You will find that most Sinhala surnames have a Sanskrit origin. However, many Portuguese surnames entered the culture because of the Portuguese invasion of Sri Lanka in the 16th and 17th centuries. So are you ready to dive into a world of profound Sinhala baby names? Scroll down and find one that will suit your child.
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Earth; Steady; Mountain | |
| | Girl | The feminine form of Achilles or without lips | |
| | Boy | House; The dwelling place | |
| | Boy | He who is creative; Name of a famous Buddhist cave | |
| | Boy | Victorious; Invincible; Unconquerable; One who cannot be defeated by anyone | |
| | Girl | Child born on Saturday | |
| | Girl | One who is made for love and respect; Loved by others | |
| | Girl | Protector of peace | |
| | Boy | A loving and wise leader | |
| | Girl | Holy; Pious; Kind; Hunger; Lamb; One | |
| | Girl | Graceful; Fearless; Goddess Durga; Soldier | |
| | Girl | A star; A goddess of good fortune | |
| |  Unisex | Beautiful flower | |
| | Boy | Fearless; One witout doubt | |
| | Boy | Grace; Favoured; God is gracious; God has shown favour | |
| | Girl | A strict natured, serious and diplomatic person | |
| | Boy | Blessings | |
| | Boy | Something that's immeasurable; Incomparable | |
| | Girl | Name of a historical city | |
| | Girl | My joy | |
| | Girl | Bond | |
| | Boy | He who is outstanding | |
| | Girl | Devotion | |
| | Unisex | He who is clever and wise | |
| | Girl | Name of a place | |
| | Boy | Expressive | |
| | Boy | An experienced person | |
| | Boy | A flower | |
| | Girl | Beautiful | |
| | Boy | He who is skillful, smart, and genius | |
| | Boy | Fosterer of genius | |
| | Girl | She who is clever | |
| | Girl | Knowledge | |
| | Boy | Social; A sociable being | |
| | Girl | She who is friendly | |
| | Girl | The one who gives, accepts, and protects | |
| | Boy | Brave birth | |
| | Girl | Cutting | |
| | Boy | The Bo tree; Bodhi tree | |
| | Boy | Morning light | |
| | Girl | Understanding | |
| | Girl | Expressive | |
| | Boy | He who gains honor through songs | |
| | Girl | Joy; Delight | |
| | Boy | An old Sri Lankan name | |
| | Girl | God strengthens | |
| | Boy | King of the kings | |
| | Boy | A leader's heart | |
| | Boy | Expressive | |
| | Girl | She who is lucky or fortunate | |
| | Boy | Life or giving life | |
| | Unisex | Heaven; Sky; Royal one | |
| | Girl | She who possesses Great Arts | |
| | Boy | Poet | |
| | Girl | Lion | |
| | Boy | Handsome by birth; Gentle | |
| | Girl | A good mother | |
| | Boy | The name means Lion | |
| | Boy | Wisdom | |
| | Girl | Woman; A female | |
| | Girl | She who is nice with everyone. | |
| | Girl | She who is distinguished | |
| | Boy | A Sri Lankan name | |
| | Girl | The origin of writing | |
| | Girl | One with bright eyes | |
| | Girl | The coral tree | |
| | Boy | Jewel of a Son; Gem of a Son; Precious; Gem | |
| | Boy | Good for mankind | |
| | Boy | One with a good personality; Looks like a supermodel | |
| | Girl | She who gives wisdom and love | |
| | Boy | The bearer of the flute | |
| | Girl | Creative | |
| | Girl | Born of a river | |
| | Girl | Brilliant wisdom | |
| | Girl | A woman with attractive eyes | |
| | Girl | A woman with a good sight | |
| | Girl | Success in law | |
| | Boy | Personification of law | |
| | Boy | He who has the ability for legal argument | |
| | Girl | She who enjoys law or abides by law | |
| | Girl | She who enjoys law | |
| | Girl | One who is innocent | |
| | Unisex | The month of August | |
| | Girl | An ambitious woman | |
| | Girl | A self-expressive woman | |
| | Girl | She who is creative | |
| | Girl | An independent woman | |
| | Girl | One who is logical and sane | |
| | Girl | An intelligent woman | |
| | Boy | Night's end; Dawn | |
| | Girl | Special and wise leader | |
| | Girl | Lord of the mind | |
| | Boy | A little warm | |
| | Boy | Chief | |
| | Boy | A strong and powerful individual | |
| | Boy | A person who loves horses | |
| | Girl | She who has excellent dancing skills | |
| | Girl | A noble leader | |
| | Boy | He who journeys with gold | |
| | Girl | Sweet | |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are some popular Sinhala baby names that are gender-neutral?
Several Sinhala baby names are unisex or gender-neutral. Avani meaning 'earth' in Sanskrit, and Thusitha, meaning 'heaven' in Sinhalese, are two popular Sri Lankan unisex names.
2. What are some of the most popular Sinhala baby names associated with nature, animals, and plants?
Sinhala baby names associated with nature, animals, and plants are popular among parents. Sri Lanka's lush natural environment and rich biodiversity inspire such names. For instance, names like Mayura (peacock), Nalin (lotus), or Samudra (sea, ocean) evoke the beauty of nature. These names often reflect a deep appreciation for the natural world and the connection between humans and their surroundings.
Infographic: Sweet Sinhala Names For Boys And Girls
Sinhala baby names carry deep cultural and religious symbolism. Many of them signify traits that everyone would want in a child. These names often have roots in the Sanskrit language, while some show Portuguese influence. Check out this infographic to uncover a great variety of names for your bundle of joy.
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References
- Naming conventions of Sri Lanka.
http://www.worldgenweb.org/lkawgw/nametrad.htm
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