Nandini
Nandini: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɑn.dɪ.niː/
Meaning and origin of Nandini
- A female given name from Sanskrit
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit नन्दिनी (nandinī, “daughter, epithet of Durga”).
How popular is Nandini?
Since 1880, 949 girls in the U.S. have been named Nandini. Its highest rank for girls was #3046 in 2006. In 2025, 24 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Nandini
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Nandini
Sister and brother names that share Nandini's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Nandini FAQ
What does the name Nandini mean?
A female given name from Sanskrit Borrowed from Sanskrit नन्दिनी (nandinī, “daughter, epithet of Durga”).
What is the origin of the name Nandini?
Nandini is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Nandini?
Since 1880, 949 girls in the U.S. have been named Nandini. Its highest rank for girls was #3046 in 2006. In 2025, 24 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nandini a boy or girl name?
Nandini is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 949 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.