Indian Dog Names

Fascinated by India? Give your new pup a cultural twist by choosing one of these beautiful Indian dog names

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Adil
Common in Urdu language, often used by Indian Muslims.
Akash
Means "sky" in Sanskrit, commonly used in Indian names.
Amir
Derived from Arabic, used in India, meaning "prince" or "commander".
Amiya
Derived from Sanskrit, often used in Hindu and Bengali communities.
Arjun
A prominent character in the Hindu epic, Mahabharata.
Asha
Means "hope" in Sanskrit, often used in Hindu and Sikh cultures.
Bala
Means "young" in Sanskrit and is common in Indian names.
Baloo
Baloo is a bear character from Rudyard Kipling's Indian Jungle Book.
Bandar
Means "monkey" in Hindi and is a common pet name.
Bangle
Associated with Indian culture, often worn by women as traditional jewelry.
Bari
Associated with a Hindi term for "elder sister".
Batuk
Common male name in India, often used in Hindi and Gujarati languages.
Beta
Beta is a term for son in Hindi and other Indian languages.
Bolly
Refers to Bollywood, India's Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai.
Cashmere
Derived from Kashmir, a region in India known for producing soft wool.
Chai
A popular Indian beverage, often spiced and made with milk and tea.
Champak
A popular children's magazine in India and a type of magnolia flower.
Chandra
Means moon in Sanskrit and is a popular name in India.
Chutney
A spicy condiment originating from India, often served with meals.
Cinnamon
Spice widely used in Indian cuisine, derived from Sanskrit term "dārusita".
Clove
Clove is a popular spice used in traditional Indian cuisine.
Coconut
Used in religious rituals and cuisine, symbolizing prosperity and health.
Dakshi
A Sanskrit name meaning "glorious", often used in Hindu traditions.
Darshan
A common male name in India, meaning "sight" or "to see" in Sanskrit.
Delhi
Capital city of India, rich in history, language diversity, and traditions.
Devi
Devi represents the supreme goddess in Hinduism.
Dosa
A popular fermented crepe or pancake from South India's cuisine.
Falgun
A month in the Hindu calendar and a popular Indian male name.
Goa
A popular Indian tourist destination known for its unique Konkani culture.
Haddi
Means "bone" in Hindi, a widely spoken language in India.
Hardik
A popular male name in India, derived from Sanskrit meaning "filled with love".
Holi
A festival celebrated in India marking arrival of spring.
Indra
Associated with Hinduism, represents king of gods and lord of heaven.
Jasmine
Commonly used in Indian perfumes and religious ceremonies.
Jihan
Not connected to Indian culture or language.
Karma
A concept in Indian religions, denoting cause and effect in moral actions.
Kumar
Common surname in India, derived from Sanskrit meaning son or prince.
Kutta
Means "dog" in Hindi and is also a surname in Karnataka.
Ladki
Ladki translates to "girl" in Hindi, a widely spoken Indian language.
Lalasa
Derived from Sanskrit, often used in Indian names and songs.
Lalit
A popular male name in India, often linked to beauty in Sanskrit.
Lamba
Associated with a tribe in Chhattisgarh and a surname in Punjabi language.
Mala
Refers to a string of prayer beads in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
Mani
Commonly used in India, signifies a gem or jewel in Sanskrit.
Marigold
Commonly used in religious ceremonies and festivals for decoration.
Masala
Refers to a blend of spices commonly used in Indian cuisine.
Mohan
Common male name in India, often used to refer to Lord Krishna.
Mowgli
Derived from Hindi, signifies "jungle boy" in Rudyard Kipling's stories.
Naan
A traditional bread served with meals in Indian cuisine.
Namaste
A traditional Indian greeting, often accompanied by a hand gesture.
Nirav
A popular male name in India, derived from Sanskrit meaning "quiet" or "calm".
Pakora
A popular deep-fried snack in Indian cuisine made from vegetables and batter.
Palm
Associated with sacred Hindu texts written on palm leaves.
Paneer
A popular type of cheese used in traditional Indian cuisine.
Parth
Derived from Sanskrit, often linked to Arjuna, a hero in Mahabharata.
Pashmina
A luxurious wool fabric from Kashmir, often used in high-end shawls.
Raja
Means "king" in Hindi and Sanskrit, often used in royal titles.
Rohit
A popular male name in India, derived from Sanskrit meaning "red".
Saffron
A prized spice in Indian cuisine, often symbolizing wealth and purity.
Sakari
Derived from Sanskrit, meaning "sweet" or "sugar" in Hindi.
Samosa
A popular deep-fried snack in Indian cuisine, often filled with potatoes.
Silk
Associated with luxury, used in traditional clothing like sarees and turbans.
Smita
A common feminine name in India, derived from Sanskrit meaning "smile".
Sona
Means "gold" in Hindi and is a common female name in India.
Spike
No connection between "Spike" and Indian culture or language exists.
Sumit
A common male name in India, derived from Sanskrit meaning "good friend".
Sundar
Means "beautiful" in Hindi, reflecting Indian language and cultural aesthetics.
Tara
A Sanskrit term meaning "star", also a Buddhist and Hindu goddess.
Tiger
Symbolizes power and strength in Indian mythology and folklore.
Toddy
A traditional fermented alcoholic beverage in India.
Turmeric
A staple spice in Indian cuisine, often used in traditional medicine.
Typhoon
Not connected to Indian culture or language.
Vindaloo
A spicy curry dish originating from Goa, India.
Yasti
Derived from Sanskrit, often used in Hindu and Jain communities.
Yoga
Originates from ancient India, derived from Sanskrit meaning to join or unite.
Yogi
Refers to a practitioner of yoga in Indian spiritual traditions.

Sanskrit is the sacred language of Hinduism. These gorgeous Sanskrit dog names will be a hit with the spiritually awoken dog owners among us.

Indian Dog Names currently rank in 49th place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of May 2025, indian dog names seem increasingly popular with new puppy owners. Our stats show that they are more fashionable than they were at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation for this category, which suggests its popularity could be seasonal or based on cultural events.

Which are the cutest and most unique Indian Dog Names?

These indian dog names range from cute to badass, and from traditional to unique. Click each circle to see the name.

Jasmine is among the cutest of these. If you prefer tougher, edgier dog names, the one considered the most badass is Spike.

Sundar scored high for its uniqueness, which would help your dog to stand out. But if you prefer more common, old-fashioned names, the more traditional option here is Tiger.

How does interest compare across the United States for Indian Dog Names?

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The states that love indian dog names the most are Virginia, Mississippi and Florida.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in North Dakota, Alaska and Maine.

Which countries have the most love for Indian Dog Names?

Here's a world map showing the popularity in each country of indian dog names.

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE indian dog names are Uruguay, Argentina and Puerto Rico.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in Austria, Hong Kong and Ukraine.