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Hindu Baby Names Starting with H

29 traditional names with their meanings. Tradition gives this letter to Punarvasu pada 3 (Ha), Punarvasu pada 4 (Hi), Pushya pada 1 (Hu), Pushya pada 2 (He), Pushya pada 3 (Ho).

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What are Hindu baby names starting with H? Boy names include Hari (Vishnu, remover of sorrow), Harish (A name of Vishnu and Shiva) and Harsh (Joy). Girl names include Hamsa (Swan), Hamsini (Swan-like) and Haripriya (Beloved of Vishnu, Lakshmi).

Boy names starting with H

NameMeaning
HariVishnu, remover of sorrow
HarishA name of Vishnu and Shiva
HarshJoy
HarshadGiver of joy
HarshitJoyful
HemadriGolden mountain
HemangGolden-bodied
HemantThe early winter season
HemendraLord of gold
HimanshuThe Moon
HirenLord of gems
HiteshLord of goodness
HotriThe Vedic priest who recites the hymns
HridayHeart
HutashanFire, receiver of offerings

Girl names starting with H

NameMeaning
HamsaSwan
HamsiniSwan-like
HaripriyaBeloved of Vishnu, Lakshmi
HariniDeer
HarshitaJoyful
HemaGold
HemalataGolden creeper
HemangiGolden-bodied
HetalFriendly
HimaSnow
HimaniSnow, Parvati
HiralRadiant
HiranyaGolden
HridyaClose to the heart

Sources

  • Name letters follow the Avakahada chart used in Indian panchangs.

Ceremonies for your baby

Most families choose the name at the Namakaranam, on the 11th or 12th day after birth. A verified pandit can do it at home or on live video.

Questions devotees ask us

Which nakshatras give names starting with H?

Tradition gives this letter to Punarvasu pada 3 (Ha), Punarvasu pada 4 (Hi), Pushya pada 1 (Hu), Pushya pada 2 (He), Pushya pada 3 (Ho).

Is it necessary to use the nakshatra letter?

No. Many families keep the nakshatra name for rituals and use a different everyday name. Follow your family’s custom.

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Written by the Stuti Mandir team · updated 6 November 2026