Baby Name Pronunciation Guide: Learn How to Pronounce Popular Baby Names
Choosing the perfect name for your baby is just the beginning. Knowing how to pronounce it correctly ensures the name is given the respect and significance it deserves. Whether you're choosing a name from your own culture or exploring names from around the world, understanding the proper pronunciation can help you and others honor the name’s true meaning.
Our baby name pronunciation guide covers a wide variety of popular names from different cultures and languages. Whether you're unsure how to pronounce a name like Xavier (ZAY-vee-er) or a more culturally specific name like Niamh (NEE-av), we've got you covered. Each name is broken down phonetically, helping you and those around you pronounce it with confidence.
Other unique options include Saif (sword, symbolizing strength) and Rayyan (gates of heaven), offering beautiful meanings rooted in cultural heritage. Each name has a story behind it, making it special for your baby boy.
Giving your child a name that’s easy to pronounce and rooted in cultural significance can leave a lasting impression. It’s also a thoughtful way to ensure the name is respected across different communities. Explore our guide today and learn how to pronounce baby names from A to Z!
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning | Genger | Numerology |
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| Aaban | Of an Angel, 8th Persian Month | Boy | 1 | |
| Aabha | Shine, Glow, Sun Rays, Strength | Girl | 4 | |
| Aabhya | Fearless | Boy | 2 | |
| Aabir | Fragrance, Cloud, Passing by | Boy | 4 | |
| Baadal | Cloud | Boy | 3 | |
| Baadal | Clouds, Monsoon | Boy | 3 | |
| Baalu | Brilliant Man | Boy | 1 | |
| Babai | Loveable, Sweet | Girl | 6 | |
| Cabir | The Great, Powerful, Leader | Boy | 6 | |
| Chaaru | Beautiful | Girl | 7 | |
| Chaaruchandra | Beautilful moon | Boy | 2 | |
| Chaaya | Shade, Shadow | Girl | 3 | |
| Da | Powerful Brain, Shadow, Rock | Girl | 5 | |
| Daakshit | Lord Shiva | Boy | 1 | |
| Dabang | Brave, Part of God / Divine | Boy | 2 | |
| Dabashish | Blessing of God | Boy | 8 | |
| Eahsan | An Act of Kindness, Mercy, Helpful | Boy | 3 | |
| Eakansh | Universe, Part of Someone, Whole | Boy | 5 | |
| Eamon | Wealthy Defender | Boy | 3 | |
| Eana | Affection | Girl | 3 | |
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| Faagnu | Amazing | Boy | 5 | |
| Faalgun | A Month in the Hindu Calendar | Boy | 8 | |
| Fabliha | Excellent | Girl | 3 | |
| Fahad | Panther, Lynx, Lion, Leopard | Boy | 2 | |
| Gadhar | Lord Narayan | Boy | 3 | |
| Gadin | Lord Krishna / Ganesha | Boy | 8 | |
| Gagan | Love, Sky | Girl | 3 | |
| Gagan | Sky, Heaven, Lord Shiva / Murugan | Boy | 3 | |
| Habi | Picture | Girl | 2 | |
| Habib | Beloved One, Darling, Dear | Boy | 4 | |
| Habiba | Form of Habib, Beloved One | Girl | 5 | |
| Habibul | Friendly | Boy | 1 | |
| Ibhya | Possessor Of Many Attendants | Boy | 9 | |
| Ibtihaaj | Joy | Girl | 6 | |
| Ichamati | Name of a River | Girl | 1 | |
| Idaspati | God Of Rain (vishnu) | Boy | 7 | |
| Jaanki | Another Name of Goddess Sita | Girl | 1 | |
| Jaba | Love, Hibiscus | Girl | 5 | |
| Jabed | Adorer, Worshipper | Boy | 4 | |
| Jabeen | Forehead | Girl | 1 | |
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| Ka | Brave, Loveable, Beautiful Angel | Girl | 3 | |
| Kaamla | Perfect | Girl | 3 | |
| Kaartikeya | Son of Shiva | Boy | 3 | |
| Kaasni | Flower | Girl | 1 | |
| Labani | Graceful | Girl | 3 | |
| Labannya | Beauty, Beautiful | Girl | 7 | |
| Labanya | Beautiful, Beauty | Girl | 2 | |
| Labha | Profit | Girl | 6 | |
| Maadhurya | Sweetness | Girl | 2 | |
| Maadhurya | Sweetness | Boy | 2 | |
| Maagh | Name of a Hindu Month | Boy | 3 | |
| Maanasa | Mind | Girl | 5 | |
| Na | Meaningful, God Name | Boy | 6 | |
| Naag | A Big Serpent | Boy | 5 | |
| Naag | A Big Serpent, Friend of God Shiva | Boy | 5 | |
| Naagarjun | An ancient Philosopher | Boy | 6 | |
| Obalesh | Lord Shiva | Boy | 8 | |
| Obinta | White Sky | Girl | 7 | |
| Oditi | Dawn | Girl | 3 | |
| Odoti | Dawn, Refreshing | Girl | 9 | |
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| Pa | Goddess Laxmi | Girl | 8 | |
| Paakhi | Bird, Pure | Girl | 1 | |
| Paapri | A Flower, Petals of Leaf | Girl | 7 | |
| Paari | Name of a Charitable Prince | Boy | 9 | |
| Qaushiq | Skilled | Boy | 2 | |
| Queen | Female Monarch, Highest Lady | Girl | 8 | |
| Qumudini | A River | Girl | 9 | |
| Qurashim | Love | Boy | 7 | |
| Raad | Adviser, Scout, Explorer, Pioneer | Boy | 6 | |
| Raae | King | Boy | 7 | |
| Raaida | Leader, A Doll | Girl | 7 | |
| Raaifa | Kindness, Merciful | Girl | 9 | |
| Sa | Lord, Joy, Lord Murugan / Iyappa | Boy | 2 | |
| Saachi | Truth | Girl | 5 | |
| Saachi | Truth, Goddess Indrani | Girl | 5 | |
| Saad | Light, Good Luck, Lucky | Boy | 7 | |
| Taanya | Fairy Princess, Worthy of Praise | Girl | 8 | |
| Tabassum | Beautiful Smile, A Flower | Girl | 6 | |
| Tabasum | Fragrance | Girl | 5 | |
| Tabiha | Honest, Truthful | Girl | 5 | |
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| Udantika | Great, Satisfaction | Girl | 9 | |
| Udantika | Satisfaction | Girl | 9 | |
| Udar | Generous, Liberal | Boy | 8 | |
| Udar | Generous | Boy | 8 | |
| Vaagdevi | Goddess of learning, Saraswath | Girl | 8 | |
| Vaanika | Sita | Girl | 5 | |
| Vaashini | Attractive | Girl | 2 | |
| Vaasu | Lord Vishnu | Boy | 1 | |
| Wafi | Another Name for God, Faithful | Boy | 3 | |
| Waheeda | Beautiful, Sole, Single, Unique | Girl | 2 | |
| Waiza | To Advise | Girl | 6 | |
| Wakil | Warrior, Lawyer, Trustee | Boy | 2 | |
| Xami | Everything Known, Praised | Girl | 2 | |
| Xavi | Protector of Mankind, Key | Boy | 2 | |
| Xylem | A Root of Tree | Boy | 7 | |
| Yaalvendan | Ruler of Yaalpaanam (Jaffna) | Boy | 9 | |
| Yaamoli | Melodious | Girl | 4 | |
| Yaashvi | Fame, Successful, Famous | Girl | 4 | |
| Yadu | An Ancient King | Boy | 6 | |
| Zaara | Light, Brave, Beautiful Flower | Girl | 2 | |
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| Zabed | Strong, Peace | Boy | 2 | |
| Zafnah | Epic | Girl | 2 | |
| Zafrina | Saffron Flower | Girl | 3 | |
