What origin is the name Ganguly?

Ganguly comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Ganguly?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Ganguly — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Ganguly?

Ganguly starts with the syllable “Ga” (गा), which traditionally belongs to Dhanishta nakshatra, pada 1, in Makar rashi (Capricorn). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Ganguly

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ganguly

Ganguly

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Ganguly is an Indian unisex name meaning "One from the river Ganges".

Ganguly is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "One from the river Ganges". It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

What does Ganguly mean?

One from the river Ganges

How popular is Ganguly?

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What does Ganguly mean?

Ganguly is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "One from the river Ganges".

How popular is Ganguly?

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Brother names that go with Ganguly

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

4is the Chaldean number for Ganguly.

Number 4 is linked with stability, hard work and loyalty.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ga (गा)
Rashi: Makar (Capricorn)
Nakshatra: Dhanishta, pada 1
Name number: 4

By tradition, names starting with “Ga” suit babies born in Dhanishta nakshatra (pada 1), which falls in Makar rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.