Naming a baby is such an exciting and special moment for parents! The name you choose will accompany your child throughout their entire life. This list is all about giving you a sneak peek at lots of great Asian baby names out there.
Whether you are looking for a unique meaningful baby name or a modern Asian baby name to signify your roots, you will find something on this list. We’ve organised names by region, if you are looking for a specific culture.
The list includes meaningful Sanskrit names, Japanese names, Chinese names, Armenian and Persian names and more.
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Meaningful Baby Boy Names In Southern Asia
1. Adhrit
Originating from Sanskrit, this name signifies someone who deserves respect.
2. Aran
This name comes from Thai and has the meaning of mountain of strength (Forest; Thai)
3. Atid
This name has the meaning of the sun. Again Thai origin (Also means future in Hebrew)
4. Ayub
This name means the prophet and comes from Afghan culture.
5. Deen
Having Arabic origin this name means way of life.
6. Ehan
Deeply rooted in Urdu culture, this name has the meaning of full moon.
7. Iravan
A strong and meaningful Asian baby name that has the meaning of king of the ocean (Also the son of Arjuna in Hindu)
8. Ishir
Has the meaning of powerful (Also means Agni, god of fire in Sanskrit)
9. Itish
This name is associated with lord Shiva, originated in Sanskrit
10. Narsi
Saint or poet meaning in Hindi
11. Neer
Another meaningful Sanskrit name, crystal clear water – One of the five elements of the world.
12. Pricha
Has a Thai origin, this name means clever (also means talent given by God)
13. Seth
Originating from Sanskrit, Seth means blessings.
14. Thevan
This south Indian name has the meaning of god like
15. Tin
This name has the meaning of thinker and comes from Vietnamese. (Other meanings with this name : dedicated to Mars, god of war, god of the sky)
16. Veda
Veda means eternal knowledge and it has great significance in Sanskrit
17. Vidura
Precious gem (Also known as Kshatri in Thai, which plays a key role in the
Hindu epic Mahabharata)
18. Viet
This name has the meaning of people, connected to the ancestral roots of Vietnam
19. Veha
Sky in Cambodian culture (Also means one who has no limit in Sanskrit)
Meaningful Baby Girl Names In Southern Asia
20. Aanya
Beautiful feminine name with the meaning of loving and being kind. Originating from Sanskrit
21. Anahita
Has the meaning of graceful (Also known as goddess of rivers and water in Afghan)
22. Anaka
Originating from Sanskrit, this name means sweet-faced (one of the names of the goddess Durga in Sanskrit)
23. Ary
Ary means knowledge in Cambodian culture.
24. Dina
This name means love and originates from Arabic culture.
25. Dua
This Arabic name means worship or prayer
26. Eesha
This name has the meaning of a wish (goddess Parvati in Sanskrit)
27. Ela
This has the meaning of tree and comes from Hebrew (Moonlight in Hindi)
28. Fara
Fara means good looking (Also means sunset in Arabic culture)
29. Ira
Ira has the meaning of the earth in Sanskrit (Also Ira is the sky goddess in Persian mythology)
30. Isra
This name means freedom in Thai (Also means the journey of the night in Hebrew)
31. Kala
Kala means time ( Also means art or creativity in Hindi)
32. Kavi
This beautiful baby girl name has the meaning of poet in Hindi
33. Kiri
Originating from Cambodian, Kiri means mountain peak (Also means skin of fruit or tree)
34. Mai
This name means dance or brightness in Vietnamese culture
35. Mliss
Has the meaning of flower in Cambodian culture
36. Myra
Another beautiful and modern Asian baby name with the meaning of beloved or admirable
37. Nary
A small beautiful bird in Cambodia
38. Opal
This popular feminine name has the meaning of precious stone (A multi-coloured gem in Sanskrit)
39. Riona
Another unique and meaningful name that has the meaning of queenly or royal in Sanskrit
40. Rotha
A beautiful country in Cambodia (It is also derived from the Gaelic word Rothach in Scottish)
41. Seda
Has the meaning of silk (Also the wife of Rama in Sanskrit)
42. Sud
This name has the meaning of tiger ( Sud is a spiritual form of tiger in Thai)
43. Tien
Tien means fairy ( Goddess or Celestial being in Vietnamese)
44. Tvisha
This name has the meaning of divine light and comes from Sanskrit
45. Ubol
Ubol means lotus flower in Thai
46. Zara
Meaning princess in Hindi, a lovely and timeless name for a girl
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47. Akira
Akira means beauty of dawn (This name holds great significance in Japanese )
48. Aiguo
The meaning of patriotic in Chinese culture
49. Bao
Bao means precious treasure or gem in Chinese culture
50. Dae
The great one or shining, originated from Korean culture
51. Izumi
This name means spring (Also known as the concept of lightness in Japanese)
52. Jin
Jin has the meaning of jewel or truth in Korean culture (Also rooted in Japanese language)
53. Kwan
This name has the meaning of strong and originated from Korean culture
54. Min
Clever or Sharp-minded in Korean culture
55. Tao
Symbol of long life in Chinese (The translation for “peach” is widely used in both Chinese and Vietnamese languages)
56. Xiang
Good luck in Chinese culture
Cute And Modern Baby Girl Names With Eastern Asia Background
57. Aimi
Aimi means love or beauty in Japanese (Also means celestial or positive qualities in Islam)
58. Anka
Graceful in Japanese (Also means a small fragment in Hindi)
59. Bong
This is a mythical bird in Korean culture
60. Chin
Chin has the meaning of precious (It has great significance in the history of Korean society)
61. Chiyo
This name means thousands of years or nights in Japanese
62. Emiyo
Blessed beautiful generation in Japanese
63. Ena
This is another meaningful Japanese name with the meaning of gift from God (Also means grace in Islam)
64. Mee
Mee has the meaning of beauty in Korean
65. Min
Another name originates from Korean culture and has the meaning of cleverness
66. Sayuri
Meaning ‘Lilly’, this name originates from Japan
67. Song
Pine tree or soothing in Chinese culture
68. Yon
Lotus blossom, holds spiritual significance in Korea
Baby Boy Names From Western Asia
69. Adi
Another modern Asian baby boy name with the meaning of superior
70. Aaus
Has the meaning of tree in Arabic
71. Cengis
Cengis means strong (associated with a lucky number in Turkish)
72. Elana
Elana means Oak tree (reflects a sense of gratitude or divine intervention in Israeli)
73. Mert
Manful or trustworthy in Turkish
74. Nishan
This name means a sign in Armenian (Also used in Ravidassia religion)
75. Nuri
Nuri is a trending unisex name, that has the meaning of bright moon ( My light in Arabic and Turkish)
76. Jaron
Cry of rejoicing in Israeli (Also means shouting praises )
77. Sarkis
Sarkis means royalty in Armenian
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78. Aaidah
Aaidah is a cute baby girl name with the meaning of splendour (Name of the narrator of Hadith in Arabic)
79. Aala
This name has the meaning of generous and originated from Arabic culture.
80. Aani
This name means educated scholar (Literary woman and poet in Qastaniniyah, Arabic)
81. Aliya
Another popular name, even though there are different spelling variations. It has the meaning of highest social standing (it also means superior in both Islam and Hindi)
82. Amita
Amita means Truth in Israeli (Also means boundless in Sanskrit)
83. Anahid
Goddess of the Moon, this name originates from Armenian culture.
84. Cari
Has the meaning of beloved (Another meaning is ‘flows like water’ in Turkish)
85. Elanie
Elanie means oak tree ( Sun ray origin from Israel, Greek and France)
86. Gil
Originated from Israeli, this name is a short form of Gillian and has the meaning of joy
87. Marnie
Rejoicing or variant of Marina in Israeli (Also derived from Latin Marina)
88. Nuray
Has a Turkish background to this name. It means white moon
89. Kaela
This name means the laurel crown or style, originated from Israeli
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90. Aizat
This name means moon or sweetness in Arabic
91. Altyn
Altyn has the meaning of gold in Kazakh
92. Artyk
Originated from Turkmen, this name has the meaning of ‘keep evil eye away’
93. Ayaz
Has the meaning of north or cold breeze in Kazakh
94. Eldor
This name has the meaning of patriot ( Defender of Country in Uzbek)
95. Elman
Elman means loving person in Uzbekistan (Also means Elm tree )
96. Serik
A companion to an elder brother (also means Love in Russian)
More Asian Baby Girl Names From Central Asia
97. Aiman
This name means beautiful like the moon in Kazakh
98. Aila
Aila means beautiful in Kyrgyzstan (Also origins from Turkish)
99. Asiya
Asiya has the meaning of hopeful in Kazakh
100. Dina
A simple and beautiful Kazakh name with the meaning of faith
101. Leila
A popular baby girl name with the meaning of born at night (Also known as sweetheart in Turkmenistan)
102. Nurzat
Nurzat means light in Kyrgyzstan (Also means offspring in Persian)
103. Ozoda
This name means conscientious worker, originates from Turkmenistan
How To Choose A Good Name
You can consider these factors before selecting a baby name to ensure it is appropriate and significant.
Start by picking names that have personal or familial significance, but also check cultural and social meanings to avoid any negative implications
Aim for a name that is simple to say and spell, to prevent future issues for your child.
Also, think about the name’s uniqueness. Consider how the name will suit your child’s future career and social image.
If you plan on using two names, choose a meaningful and suitable middle name.
Tips To Ensure Name Works Well In Modern Times
These modern Asian baby names have significant meanings behind them.
To ensure a name works well in modern times, consider its cultural relevance, ease of pronunciation, and uniqueness.
Choose a name that is simple to spell and say in different languages for better recognition and convenience (Especially when the name is not in English)
Try to steer clear of names that may have negative meanings in different languages to avoid any possible misunderstandings.
Traditional Vs Modern Names
Modern names can give you a unique and current feel. You can decide to spell names differently, pick nature-themed names, or go for names made famous by celebrities.
Traditional names are timeless, often passed down through generations. They also have historical or familial significance.
The choice between the two can depend on your personal preference, cultural values and the impact on the child’s identity.
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