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Unique Indian baby names that mean “love”

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Dec 18, 2025, 12:05 IST
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Unique Indian baby names that mean “love”

Naming a baby is one of the most important and beautiful parts of parenthood. Nothing excites a parent more than thinking of a good name for their kid. However, it can be equally stressful. Here’s a look at some of the top baby names that you can use for your kids:-

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Anuragita

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Preet

It is derived from the word Sanskrit and means "beloved" and "one who is loved." It is a name which carries a romantic and soulful appeal, which is mostly connected to love and emotions. It symbolizes an individual who is naturally filled with joy, love, and positive energy and whose presence makes one comfortable and brings them close, emotionally.

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Premansh

The meaning of Premansh is “a part or fragment of love” in the Sanskrit language. The name also signifies the child as a symbol of love and a gesture of bonding with the family, a sign of completeness and warmth associated with love.

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Dayan

Dayan is a very beautiful name which is not only appropriate but also meaningful. The name has a Sanskrit origin that portrays compassion, kindness, and true love in relation to the heart. Dayan is a name that emerges from the word “dayā”, denoting “mercy and empathy”. Dayan is a representation of a person with a gentle soul and a loving heart that indicates love in deeds, caring for and protecting

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Hriday

Hridaya is a highly symbolic name of Sanskrit origins. The name Hridaya translates to "the heart” or "the center of emotions and love." The heart is also seen to be the source of all emotions such as compassion, sincerity, and emotional truth. Therefore, the name Hridaya symbolizes pure emotions of love.

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Rasika

Rasika is an elegant and expressive given name that boasts a rich historical foundation as the sanskrit word “rasa,” or essence/ emotion/beauty joy. This given name has been traditionally used to refer to a person who is able to understand and enjoy the concepts of beauty, love, and intense emotions.

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Snehanshi

Snehanshi is a contemporary and very unique name that translates to “a part of love” or “born out of affection.” This name symbolizes the emotional bonding and feelings of love the child embodies.

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Anurima

Anurima has a rare, lovely meaning that originates from the Sanskrit words, representing “unbounded love and devotion.” It portrays strong emotional values, dedication, and a strong attachment, thus making the perfect choice for parents who wish to have a name that symbolizes endless love and strength.

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