Hindu Baby Girl Names Starting With L: 140+ Names

Introduction

In Hindu culture, naming a child is a sacred tradition that reflects the family’s values, spiritual beliefs, and hopes for the child’s future. Names starting with “L” exude elegance and positivity, often symbolizing light, love, and longevity. These names, inspired by mythology, tradition, and modernity, offer a wide range of beautiful and meaningful options for baby girls.

List of 140+ Hindu Baby Girl Names Starting with “L”

Here’s a curated table of Hindu baby girl names starting with “L,” along with their meanings:

Sl. No.	Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Theme-Based	Origin	Trend	Nicknames
1	Laabha	Profit, Gain	Laa-bha	Prosperity	Sanskrit	Low	Labhi, Abha
2	Laalamani	Ruby	Laa-la-mani	Nature	Sanskrit	Low	Lali, Mani
3	Laasya	Dance, Graceful	Laa-sya	Arts/Grace	Sanskrit	Medium	Asya, Lasi
4	Labangalata	A flower creeper	La-ban-ga-lata	Nature	Sanskrit	Low	Lata, Bani
5	Laboni	Grace, Charm	La-bo-ni	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Boni, Labi
6	Labuki	Musical	La-bu-ki	Music	Sanskrit	Low	Buki, Labi
7	Ladhi	Sweet, Gentle	La-dhi	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Ladi, Dhiti
8	Ladli	Beloved	Lad-li	Love/Endearment	Sanskrit	Low	Lali, Ladu
9	Laghima	Goddess of Weightlessness	La-ghi-ma	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Gima, Lahi
10	Laghupuspa	Delicate flower	Laghu-pus-pa	Nature	Sanskrit	Low	Pushpa, Lahi
11	Laghuvi	Light, Agile	La-ghu-vi	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Vivi, Lavi
12	Lahari	Waves	La-ha-ri	Nature	Sanskrit	Medium	Hari, Lahi
13	Lajita	Modesty	La-ji-ta	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Laji, Jita
14	Lajja	Shyness	Laj-ja	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Lajju, Jja
15	Lajjaka	Modesty	Laj-ja-ka	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Jaka, Lajju
16	Lajjana	Shyness	Laj-ja-na	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Jani, Lajju
17	Lajjasila	Shy, Bashful	Laj-ja-sila	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Sila, Lajju
18	Lajjavanti	Shy lady	Laj-ja-van-ti	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Vanti, Lajju
19	Lajjawati	Shy woman	Laj-ja-wa-ti	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Wati, Lajju
20	Lajjita	Bashful	Laj-ji-ta	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Jita, Laji
21	Lajwanti	Sensitive woman	Laj-wan-ti	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Wanti, Laji
22	Lajwati	Modest lady	Laj-wa-ti	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Wati, Lajji
23	Lakhi	Goddess Lakshmi	La-khi	Mythology	Sanskrit	Medium	Lakhi, Kiara
24	Lakini	Goddess Durga	La-ki-ni	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Lini, Kiki
25	Laksaki	Goddess of wealth	Lak-sa-ki	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Saki, Laki
26	Lakshana	Symbol, Sign	Lak-sha-na	Personality	Sanskrit	Medium	Shana, Laki
27	Laksha	Aim, Target	Lak-sha	Achievement	Sanskrit	Medium	Laki, Shasha
28	Lakshaki	Goddess of fortune	Lak-sha-ki	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Shaki, Laki
29	Lakshana	Good qualities	Lak-sha-na	Personality	Sanskrit	Medium	Lani, Shana
30	Lakshita	Distinguished, Notable	Lak-shi-ta	Personality	Sanskrit	Medium	Shita, Lakhi
31	Lakshetha	Goal, Target	Lak-she-tha	Achievement	Sanskrit	Low	Shetha, Laki
32	Lakshika	Focused	Lak-shi-ka	Achievement	Sanskrit	Low	Shika, Laki
33	Lakshmi	Goddess of wealth	Lak-shmi	Mythology	Sanskrit	High	Lakhi, Shmi
34	Lakshmika	Auspicious	Lak-shmi-ka	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Mika, Laki
35	Lakshmi Durga	Combined form of Goddess Lakshmi & Durga	Lak-shmi Dur-ga	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Durga, Lakhi
36	Lakshmigrha	Abode of Lakshmi	Lak-shmi-gra	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Gra, Lakhi
37	Lakshmi Prasanna	Goddess Lakshmi's favor	Lak-shmi Pra-san-na	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Prasanna, Laki
38	Lakshmi Priya	Beloved of Goddess Lakshmi	Lak-shmi Pri-ya	Mythology	Sanskrit	Low	Priya, Lakhi
39	Lakshmishree	Auspicious	Lak-shmi-shree	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Shree, Laki
40	Lakshya	Aim, Goal	Lak-shya	Achievement	Sanskrit	Medium	Shya, Laki
41	Lalan	Cherished	La-lan	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Lalu, Lani
42	Lalantika	Graceful movement	La-lan-ti-ka	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Tika, Lali
43	Lalana	Woman, Gentle	La-la-na	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Lali, Nana
44	Lalasa	Love, Desire	La-la-sa	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Lali, Sasa
45	Lalati	A sacred mark	La-la-ti	Symbolism	Sanskrit	Low	Titi, Lali
46	Lalatika	Red mark on the forehead	La-la-ti-ka	Symbolism	Sanskrit	Low	Tika, Lali
47	Lalima	Redness	La-li-ma	Nature	Sanskrit	Low	Lima, Lali
48	Lalita	Elegant, Beautiful	La-li-ta	Personality	Sanskrit	Medium	Lita, Lali
49	Lalitaka	Graceful woman	La-li-ta-ka	Personality	Sanskrit	Low	Tika, Lali
50	Lalitangi	Beautiful-limbed	La-li-tan-gi	Beauty	Sanskrit	Rare	Angi, Lali
51	Lalitalocana	Beautiful-eyed	La-li-ta-lo-ca-na	Beauty	Sanskrit	Rare	Loca, Lali
52	Lalitha	Elegant, graceful	La-li-tha	Virtue, Elegance	Sanskrit	Common	Lali, Thathi
53	Lalithambika	Divine and elegant mother	La-li-tha-m-bi-ka	Religious, Beauty	Sanskrit	Rare	Ambika, Lali
54	Laalitya	Loveliness, charm	Laa-li-tya	Beauty, Charm	Sanskrit	Rare	Laali, Liti
55	Lamba	Tall, long	Lam-ba	Nature, Size	Sanskrit	Rare	Lam, Lami
56	Lambakesaka	Long-haired	Lam-ba-ke-sa-ka	Nature, Hair	Sanskrit	Rare	Kesa, Lami
57	Lambodari	Long-bellied	Lam-bo-da-ri	Mythology, Strength	Sanskrit	Rare	Dari, Lami
58	Langali	One who wears a sword	Lan-ga-li	Strength, Courage	Sanskrit	Rare	Gali, Lani
59	Langhati	A dancer	Lang-ha-ti	Arts, Dance	Sanskrit	Rare	Ti, Lani
60	Langapriya	One who loves dance	Lan-ga-pri-ya	Arts, Dance	Sanskrit	Rare	Priya, Lani
61	Lapita	Wrapped in affection	La-pi-ta	Virtue, Love	Sanskrit	Rare	Lapi, Lati
62	Lajitha	Modesty, shyness	La-ji-tha	Virtue, Modesty	Sanskrit	Rare	Jitha, Laji
63	Laranya	Graceful	La-ra-nya	Virtue, Elegance	Sanskrit	Rare	Lari, Nya
64	Larikha	Powerful	La-ri-kha	Strength, Power	Sanskrit	Rare	Rika, Lari
65	Larmika	Shining with light	Lar-mi-ka	Light, Brightness	Sanskrit	Rare	Mika, Lari
66	Lashita	Desired	La-shi-ta	Virtue, Desire	Sanskrit	Rare	Shita, Lashi
67	Lasiya	Elegant	La-si-ya	Virtue, Elegance	Sanskrit	Rare	Siya, Lasi
68	Lasya	Dance performed by Goddess Parvati	Las-ya	Arts, Dance	Sanskrit	Common	Lasi, Siya
69	Laasyavi	One who is graceful	Laa-sya-vi	Virtue, Elegance	Sanskrit	Rare	Vi, Lasi
70	Lata, Latha	Creeper, vine	La-ta, La-tha	Nature, Plants	Sanskrit	Common	Lata, Lathi
71	Latabha	Tender creeper	La-ta-bha	Nature, Plants	Sanskrit	Rare	Bha, Lata
72	Latamani	Creeper-like ornament	La-ta-ma-ni	Nature, Jewelry	Sanskrit	Rare	Mani, Lata
73	Latangi	Beautiful creeper	La-tan-gi	Nature, Beauty	Sanskrit	Rare	Angi, Lata
74	Lathiksha	Goddess Durga	La-thik-sha	Religious, Power	Sanskrit	Rare	Shiksha, Lathi
75	Latika	Small creeper	La-ti-ka	Nature, Plants	Sanskrit	Common	Lati, Lika
76	Latikara	A creeper-like fragrance	La-ti-ka-ra	Nature, Fragrance	Sanskrit	Rare	Kara, Lati
77	Lavali	Clove	La-va-li	Nature, Spice	Sanskrit	Rare	Vali, Lava
78	Lavalika	Small clove	La-va-li-ka	Nature, Spice	Sanskrit	Rare	Lika, Lava
79	Lavalina	Melodious	La-va-li-na	Virtue, Music	Sanskrit	Rare	Lina, Lava
80	Lavangi	Clove-like	La-van-gi	Nature, Spice	Sanskrit	Rare	Angi, Lava
81	Lavanya	Grace, beauty	La-va-nya	Virtue, Beauty	Sanskrit	Common	Lav, Anya
82	Lavani	Grace, charm	La-va-ni	Virtue, Charm	Sanskrit	Rare	Lavi, Nani
83	Laveena	Purity	La-vee-na	Virtue, Purity	Sanskrit	Common	Veena, Lavi
84	Laxmidevi	Goddess of wealth	Lax-mi-de-vi	Religious, Wealth	Sanskrit	Common	Devi, Laxmi
85	Laya	Musical rhythm	La-ya	Arts, Music	Sanskrit	Rare	Layi, La
86	Laysa	One who is rhythmical	Lay-sa	Arts, Music	Sanskrit	Rare	Sai, Layi
87	Leheri	A wave	Le-he-ri	Nature, Water	Sanskrit	Rare	Ri, Leri
88	Lekhya	A person who is written or destined	Le-khya	Virtue, Destiny	Sanskrit	Rare	Khya, Lekha
89	Leela	Divine play, amusement	Lee-la	Religious, Play	Sanskrit	Common	Lila, Lee
90	Leelavathi	Goddess Durga, one with grace	Lee-la-va-thi	Religious, Grace	Sanskrit	Rare	Vaathi, Lee
91	Leella	Divine amusement	Lee-lla	Religious, Play	Sanskrit	Rare	Lee, Lila
92	Leelamayee	Full of grace	Lee-la-ma-yee	Virtue, Grace	Sanskrit	Rare	Mayee, Lila
93	Leelavati	Graceful woman	Lee-la-va-ti	Virtue, Grace	Sanskrit	Rare	Vaati, Lila
94	Leena	Devoted	Lee-na	Virtue, Devotion	Sanskrit	Common	Lena, Lee
95	Lenisha	Intelligent	Le-ni-sha	Virtue, Wisdom	Sanskrit	Rare	Nisha, Leni
96	Lekha	Writing, picture, or drawing	Le-kha	Arts, Knowledge	Sanskrit	Common	Kha, Leki
97	Leesha	A noble woman	Lee-sha	Virtue, Nobility	Sanskrit	Rare	Sha, Lee
98	Leya	Musical rhythm	Le-ya	Arts, Music	Sanskrit	Rare	Layi, La
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100	Likhitha	Written, engraved	Li-ki-tha	Knowledge, Arts	Sanskrit	Common	Liki, Thita
101	Likita	Written, recorded	Li-ki-ta	Knowledge, Arts	Sanskrit	Common	Lita, Kiti
102	Lilavati	Graceful, playful	Li-la-va-ti	Virtue, Grace	Sanskrit	Rare	Lila, Vaati
103	Lily	Flower	Li-ly	Nature, Beauty	Sanskrit	Common	Lili, Lil
104	Lingammal	Devoted to Lord Shiva	Lin-gam-mal	Religious	Tamil	Rare	Lingam, Ammal
105	Linisha	Intelligent, ambitious	Li-ni-sha	Virtue, Wisdom	Sanskrit	Rare	Nisha, Lini
106	Lipi	Script, alphabet	Li-pi	Knowledge, Arts	Sanskrit	Common	Lipa, Piya
107	Lipsitha	Desired, wished for	Lip-si-tha	Virtue, Desire	Sanskrit	Rare	Sitha, Lipa
108	Lipika	Short letter, manuscript	Li-pi-ka	Knowledge, Arts	Sanskrit	Common	Pika, Lipa
109	Lishika	One who is smart and talented	Li-shi-ka	Virtue, Talent	Sanskrit	Rare	Shika, Lishi
110	Lishitha	A noble woman	Li-shi-tha	Virtue, Nobility	Sanskrit	Rare	Shitha, Lishi
111	Lithisha	Intelligent, ambitious	Li-thi-sha	Virtue, Wisdom	Sanskrit	Rare	Shisha, Lithi
112	Litiksha	Desire, ambition	Li-tik-sha	Virtue, Desire	Sanskrit	Rare	Tiksha, Liti
113	Liza	Joyful, happiness	Li-za	Virtue, Happiness	Sanskrit	Common	Liz, Zaza
114	Locana	Eyes	Lo-ca-na	Nature, Body	Sanskrit	Rare	Cana, Loca
115	Logambal	Divine mother	Lo-gam-bal	Religious	Tamil	Rare	Ambal, Loga
116	Loganayaki	Queen of the world	Lo-ga-na-ya-ki	Religious, Power	Tamil	Rare	Nayaki, Loga
117	Lolitha	Playful, charming	Lo-li-tha	Virtue, Charm	Sanskrit	Rare	Loli, Litha
118	Lohita	Red, copper-colored	Lo-hi-ta	Nature, Color	Sanskrit	Rare	Hita, Lohi
119	Lohitaksi	Red-eyed	Lo-hi-tak-si	Nature, Body	Sanskrit	Rare	Taksi, Lohi
120	Lohitarani	Red queen	Lo-hi-ta-ra-ni	Royalty, Power	Sanskrit	Rare	Rani, Lohi
121	Lohitayani	Red-bodied	Lo-hi-ta-ya-ni	Nature, Body	Sanskrit	Rare	Yani, Lohi
122	Loshini	Radiant	Lo-shi-ni	Virtue, Brightness	Sanskrit	Rare	Nini, Loshi
123	Lohini	Red-colored	Lo-hi-ni	Nature, Color	Sanskrit	Rare	Hini, Lohi
124	Lola	Moving to and fro, playful	Lo-la	Virtue, Playful	Sanskrit	Rare	Loli, La
125	Lolasrita	Playful	Lo-la-sri-ta	Virtue, Playful	Sanskrit	Rare	Sri, Loli
126	Lona	Beauty, brightness	Lo-na	Virtue, Beauty	Sanskrit	Rare	Nona, Lo
127	Lokeswari	Goddess of the world	Lo-kes-wa-ri	Religious, Power	Sanskrit	Rare	Keswari, Loka
128	Lokshita	Observed, seen	Lok-shi-ta	Virtue, Vision	Sanskrit	Rare	Shita, Loka
129	Lopa	Learned woman	Lo-pa	Virtue, Wisdom	Sanskrit	Rare	Lopi, Lo
130	Lopamudra	Wife of sage Agastya, learned	Lo-pa-mu-dra	Religious, Wisdom	Sanskrit	Rare	Lopa, Mudra
131	Lopika	Pretty woman	Lo-pi-ka	Virtue, Beauty	Sanskrit	Rare	Lopi, Pika
132	Lorena	Crowned with laurels	Lo-re-na	Virtue, Royalty	Sanskrit	Rare	Rena, Lori
133	Loshitha	Radiant, bright	Lo-shi-tha	Virtue, Brightness	Sanskrit	Rare	Shitha, Loshi
134	Loukya	Worldly wisdom	Lou-kya	Virtue, Wisdom	Sanskrit	Rare	Kya, Lou
135	Lucia	Light	Lu-cia	Nature, Brightness	Sanskrit	Common	Lucy, Cia
136	Luma	Bright, shining	Lu-ma	Virtue, Brightness	Sanskrit	Rare	Lumi, Lu
137	Lumbika	A musical instrument	Lum-bi-ka	Arts, Music	Sanskrit	Rare	Bika, Lumi
138	Lumbini	Birthplace of Lord Buddha	Lum-bi-ni	Religious, Place	Sanskrit	Rare	Nini, Lumi
139	Lunasha	Beautiful flower	Lu-na-sha	Nature, Flower	Sanskrit	Rare	Nasha, Luna
140	Luvleen	Absorbed in love	Luv-leen	Virtue, Love	Sanskrit	Rare	Luv, Leena
141	Lydia	Noble one	Ly-dia	Virtue, Nobility	Sanskrit	Common	Lydi, Dia
142	Lyna	Light	Ly-na	Nature, Brightness	Sanskrit	Common	Lyna, Nini

Symbolism of Names Starting with “L”

Names beginning with “L” often signify qualities like radiance, warmth, and harmony. They may be inspired by natural elements, spirituality, or philosophical ideals. For example:

Lakshmi: Goddess of wealth and prosperity.
Lalita: Playful, charming, and graceful.

The letter “L” conveys a sense of beauty, joy, and serenity, making it an appealing choice for baby girl names.

Popular Hindu Baby Girl Names Starting with “L”

Hindu baby girl names starting with “L” can be categorized into:

Mythological Names: Rooted in Hindu scriptures and divine figures.
Traditional Names: Reflecting cultural depth and values.
Modern Names: Stylish and contemporary options.

Mythological Names Starting with “L”

Mythological names hold spiritual significance and often honor goddesses or sacred entities. Examples include:

Lakshmi: Goddess of wealth and prosperity.
Lalita: Goddess Durga, symbolizing grace and beauty.
Lavanya: Goddess Lakshmi, representing elegance and charm.
Lajja: Goddess Durga, symbolizing modesty.
Lila: Divine play or dance, associated with Lord Krishna.

Traditional Hindu Baby Girl Names Starting with “L”

Traditional names are timeless and hold deep cultural significance. Examples include:

Lata: Creeper or vine, symbolizing growth and vitality.
Lalima: Beauty, radiance; reflects charm and grace.
Lila: Play, divine joy; signifies spontaneity.
Lekha: Writings or scriptures; reflects intellect.
Laboni: Grace, charm; represents elegance.

Modern Hindu Baby Girl Names Starting with “L”

Modern names are stylish while retaining their spiritual essence. Examples include:

Liyana: Softness, gentleness; symbolizes kindness.
Lirisha: Beautiful, sacred; a modern and unique choice.
Laranya: Graceful, elegant; reflects charm.
Liva: Love, life; symbolizes vitality.
Lekhya: Artistic, creative; reflects talent and imagination.

Short and Sweet Names Starting with “L”

Short names are easy to remember and universally appealing. Examples include:

Lia: Bringer of light; a simple yet meaningful name.
Lux: Light, radiance; reflects brightness.
Liaa: Grace, charm; symbolizes beauty.
Lal: Beloved, precious; a concise and heartfelt name.
Liv: Life, vitality; reflects joy.

Unique and Rare Names Starting with “L”

For parents seeking distinctive names, here are some rare and meaningful options:

Lirisha: Sacred and beautiful; reflects divinity.
Lavitra: Sacred and pure; signifies spirituality.
Lohita: Red, ruby; symbolizes strength and passion.
Lohini: Brilliant, radiant; represents inner light.
Lavitha: Little angel; reflects innocence and grace.

Astrology and Names Starting with “L”

Astrology is often considered when naming a child in Hindu culture. A baby’s janma nakshatra (birth star) dictates the syllable or letter their name should begin with to align with cosmic energies. Names starting with “L” are associated with nakshatras that signify light, purity, and prosperity.

Astrologically favorable names starting with “L” include:

Lakshmi: Ideal for stars representing wealth and prosperity.
Lavanya: Suitable for nakshatras promoting elegance and charm.

Consulting an astrologer ensures the chosen name resonates with the child’s horoscope, fostering harmony and positive energies throughout life.

Tips for Choosing the Perfect Name

Here are some tips for selecting the ideal name for your baby girl:

Focus on Meaning: Choose a name with a positive, profound meaning that aligns with your values and aspirations for your child.
Ease of Pronunciation: Opt for a name that is easy to spell and pronounce, ensuring accessibility and global appeal.
Blend Tradition and Modernity: Look for names that honor cultural roots while being fresh and relevant today.
Astrological Alignment: Consult an astrologer to ensure the name harmonizes with your child’s nakshatra or horoscope.
Timeless Appeal: Pick a name that will remain meaningful and significant as your child grows.

Common Questions About Naming Babies

Here are answers to frequently asked questions about naming Hindu baby girls:

Q: Are names starting with “L” common in Hindu culture?
A: Yes, names starting with “L” are deeply cherished for their association with goddesses, elegance, and spirituality.
Q: How can I ensure my child’s name aligns with astrology?
A: Consult a family astrologer who can suggest names based on your child’s janma nakshatra and planetary influences.
Q: What are some unique names starting with “L”?
A: Unique names include Lavitra (sacred and pure), Lohini (brilliant), and Lirisha (sacred and beautiful).
Q: Can traditional Hindu names starting with “L” be modernized?
A: Yes, names like Lakshmi and Lavanya retain their timeless charm, while modern names like Liyana or Lirisha add a contemporary touch.
Q: Are short names like “Lia” or “Liv” meaningful?
A: Absolutely! Short names like Lia (light) and Liv (life) carry simplicity and depth.

The Impact of Culture on Naming Trends

Hindu naming traditions adapt gracefully to modern influences while preserving cultural significance. Timeless names like Lakshmi and Lavanya continue to be cherished, while contemporary names like Liyana and Laranya cater to evolving tastes. These names reflect qualities like light, elegance, and prosperity, making them deeply meaningful and relevant.

Avoiding Mistakes in Naming

When selecting a name, avoid these common pitfalls:

Overly Complex Spellings: Choose names that are easy to spell and pronounce to avoid confusion.
Lack of Meaning: Opt for a name with cultural or spiritual significance rather than one chosen solely for its sound.
Ignoring Astrology: If astrology is significant in your family, ensure the name aligns with your child’s nakshatra.
Following Trends Blindly: Pick a name with lasting value instead of one driven solely by fleeting popularity.

Conclusion

Hindu baby girl names starting with “L” offer a harmonious blend of tradition, beauty, and modernity. From timeless choices like Lakshmi and Lalita to contemporary names like Liyana and Laranya, these names symbolize qualities such as light, love, and elegance. By considering the name’s meaning, pronunciation, and astrological alignment, you can select a name that your baby girl will cherish for a lifetime.

FAQs

What are some popular Hindu baby girl names starting with “L”?
Popular names include Lakshmi, Lalita, Lavanya, Lekha, and Lata.
Are names starting with “L” considered auspicious?
Yes, names starting with “L” are often associated with goddesses, beauty, and prosperity, making them auspicious.
Can traditional names starting with “L” be modernized?
Yes, traditional names like Lalita and Lavanya can retain their charm, while modern names like Liyana and Lirisha offer a fresh perspective.
What are some unique names starting with “L”?
Unique names include Lavitra, Lohini, Lirisha, and Laboni.
How do I choose a name that aligns with astrology?
Consult an astrologer to ensure the name matches your child’s nakshatra and planetary influences.