Baby Names

Hello, soon-to-be parents! I'm Parul, mom to the coolest little guy you could meet, named Kabeer.

Oh, the saga of naming him was nothing short of an epic quest for my husband, Saurabh, and me. We spent over four months on baby name duty. Picture us scrolling through websites at midnight, whispering potential names on our morning walks in the park—only to change our minds by breakfast! 

We kept picking names, then ditching them, going in circles for what felt like forever! We fell so in love with "Kabeer" that nothing else seemed to click. Honestly, if we were having a girl, "Kabeer" might have even been on the table!

That's the beauty (and sometimes the craziness) of choosing a name, right? Don't worry—we've all been there. That's precisely why we started Mom&Tiny—to spare you from the same naming frenzy. Our user-friendly website is all about keeping things easy and fun. You can look up baby names by popularity, their uniqueness, and their meanings, or even find out if any celebs share the same names.

We have tons of resources to guide you. So please sit back, relax, and let's find a name that’s as awesome as your upcoming little star. Before we begin, let me sharw with you a guide that MomandTiny team has put together to help you choose a name that's perfect for your own prince or princess.

6 Things to keep in mind when choosing a baby name

Nicknames
India is a land of nicknames, where even the most sophisticated names can be transformed into something short or quirky. Rajesh becomes Raju, Neha becomes Nehu, and Vikram might just be called Vicky for the rest of his life. While this is part of our cultural charm, it's important to consider how the chosen name may evolve. Will it still sound good when it's lovingly shortened by friends and family? It's best to avoid anything that could become 'Pappu' (no one wants to live up to that one).

Keep it simple
Indian parents have a knack for adding extra letters or unique spellings to common names—think "Ayushman" becoming "Ayushmann" or "Sunil" becoming "Suniel." Trying to make the name pop might end up causing a never-ending spelling headache. Imagine your child explaining, "It's A-y-a-a-n, not just Ayan," every time someone writes their name. Keeping it simple not only saves time but also makes things easier when they order coffee at a crowded cafe someday.

Length and Pronunciation
Long, multi-syllabic names like Adityanandan or Bhavaneshwari might sound grand and impressive, but filling out forms (or explaining their name at Starbucks) could quickly become an ordeal. It's worth considering the practical implications of such names. Shorter names, like Arya or Tara, are not only easy to say but also more straightforward to write (both for your child and their teachers) and easily pronounced across the world, just in case you're kid decides to be a globe trotter.

The Meaning Behind the Name
Indian culture places immense value on the meaning of names. Names often reflect virtues, qualities, or aspirations for the child's life. So, while "Nirav" (meaning calm) or "Anika" (meaning grace) might fit the bill, choose wisely, or Vibhishan (associated with betrayal since he is perceived as someone who turned against his own brother, Raavan) may later blame you for not having friends as he grows up.

Beware the Celebrity Trap
Following Bollywood trends or naming your baby after a famous star is tempting. But do you really want your child to share their name with every other kid in their class? Names like Aryan, Kiara, and Taimur might sound cool now, but trends fade, and uniqueness matters. Ask anyone named "Rajesh" or "Akshay" how many others they know with the same name.

The Rise of Unisex Names
Unisex names like Arya, Reyansh, or Vivaan are all the rage right now. They're empowering and have a certain charm. But as we all know, India can sometimes have rigid ideas about gender norms. A boy named Ishani or a girl named Shiva might get some raised eyebrows, so choose wisely if you're considering this trend.

Baby Names by Rashi

Do you know that Indian astrology strongly believes that naming your kid with certain letters can bring good luck and shape your kid's personality? Let me give you some insight into this: A few decades ago, most parents used to name their kids based on their zodiac signs (Rashi), and people still follow this tradition in tier 2-3 and smaller cities. This old-school tradition that our grandparents loved is kind of slipping away in modern urban families.

Your little one's Rashi and lucky letter gets determined by many things: the stars they were born under, where they were born, and how the moon was positioned in relation to the sun at the time of their birth. This complex calculation determines their "Rashi", which is like their astrological moon sign, and that decides the first letter of their name. And guess what? It is believed to bring them good luck and positive vibes and even shapes the person they eventually become.

We have a fabulous collection of zodiac-based names, from vintage to modern. Click here to find the zodiac sign (rashi) associated with your shortlisted name. Or, if you already know the baby's zodiac sign, click on the sign to find relevant names.