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    Baby Names That Mean Lotus

    211 names with meanings and origins.

    The lotus is sacred in Hindu, Buddhist and Jain tradition — Lakshmi sits on one — so lotus names (Kamal, Padma, Pankaj, Aravind, Neeraj) are a favourite for both boys and girls.

    Top picks

    1. Ren — “Lotus”
    2. Lian — “Graceful willow, lotus”
    3. Kunal — “Lotus”
    4. Nalini — “Lotus; gentle”
    5. Kamala — “Lotus; Goddess Lakshmi”
    6. Padma — “Lotus flower”
    7. Arvind — “This Sanskrit name means red lotus or simply lotus. The flower is a significant symbol of purity and enlightenment in Indian culture.”
    8. Arvinda — “The feminine Indian form of Arvind, this name specifically refers to the red lotus flower.”
    9. Sentamaraikannan — “An Indian name specifically referring to the deity Kannan (Krishna) associated with a red lotus.”
    10. Varij — “Lotus.”
    • Boy · Indian · “Born of the lotus, Another name of Lord Brahma”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning born from water, which is a common epithet for the beautiful lotus flower.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “Lotus; goddess lakshmi; born from lotus (goddess lakshmi)”

    • Girl · Indian · “This Indian name describes one with lotus-like eyes and is a traditional epithet for the goddess Lakshmi.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Fortune, The golden lotus on the forehead, Vishnu from which the godess Sri orginated”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means red lotus or simply lotus. The flower is a significant symbol of purity and enlightenment in Indian culture.”

    • Girl · Indian · “The feminine Indian form of Arvind, this name specifically refers to the red lotus flower.”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name derived from Arvind, meaning red lotus. It is famously associated with the philosopher Sri Aurobindo.”

    • Girl · Slavic · “A beautiful Slavic name that refers to the flower of the lotus. It symbolizes purity and spiritual awakening rising from the water.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Of Indian origin, this name means winning the service of the guru's lotus feet, representing spiritual devotion.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Light of guru's lotus feet; light of guru`slotus feet”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name of religious significance, meaning protection found under the lotus feet of the guru.”

    • Girl · Punjabi · “One who takes shelter in Guru's Lotus Feet”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name of Punjabi origin meaning one who takes shelter at the lotus feet of God, symbolizing total devotion and humility.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Derived from Sanskrit, this name refers to the beautiful blue lotus flower, a symbol of purity and divinity.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name representing the blue lotus; it is also a title associated with the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “'Born of water' — a classical Sanskrit epithet for the lotus, which rises clean out of muddy ponds.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning born in water, which refers to the lotus flower and the goddess of wealth.”

    • Boy · Arabic · “Perfect, perfection alternate spelling: kamal”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “The perfect one; lotus; lotus flower; perfection; perfection, completeness; lotus; perfection; excellence; completion”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus; Goddess Lakshmi”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “One with beautiful lotus -type eyes; with beautiful lotus -type eyes”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit feminine name meaning one with lotus-like eyes. It describes a person possessing eyes as beautiful and serene as a lotus flower.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Brother of lotus ( sun); friend or brother of lotus ( sun)”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning one with eyes like a lotus. It is often used as an epithet for Lord Vishnu or Lord Krishna.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name refers to the lotus flower. It is also a name associated with Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of prosperity.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Achiever of perfection; variant of 'kamal'”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “One with beautiful lotus-type eyes; with beautiful lotus-type eyes”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name for the lotus or water lily, symbolizing purity and divine beauty.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name combining the beauty of a lotus flower with a reference to Lord Krishna.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “Beautiful child feminine of kevin; lotus”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that can refer to the moon, a lotus flower, or a conch shell.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A unisex name of Sanskrit origin that means lotus, specifically the white lotus. It is a symbol of purity and beauty in many cultures.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “This feminine Sanskrit name means 'flower' or 'pleasure of the earth.' It typically refers to the white water lily.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name referring to a collection of lotuses. It specifically denotes the white lotus that blooms in the moonlight.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus”

    • Girl · Indian · “An Indian name representing a beautiful flower, often associated with the water lily.”

    • Girl · Chinese · “Graceful willow, lotus”

    • Boy · Indian · “In Indian tradition, this name refers to one of the nine treasures belonging to Kubera, the god of wealth. It is often translated as a great lotus.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name referring to a lotus blossom or the lotus plant. It is a symbol of purity and beauty in many cultures.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “The stem of a lotus flower; stem of lotus”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means the stem of a lotus. It represents the strength and foundation of the beautiful lotus flower.”

    • Unisex · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that translates to the lotus flower. The lotus is a significant symbol of purity and rebirth in various Eastern cultures.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus; gentle”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Husband of lotus, ( sun); husband of lotus, (sun)”

    • Girl · Indian · “An Indian feminine name meaning excellent and sweet. It is often associated with the grace and beauty of the lotus.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Natthamarai beautifully means 'excellent lotus flower,' symbolizing purity, beauty, and spiritual growth. Your child will blossom magnificently.”

    • Girl · African · “An African name derived from Nilofar, which refers to the lotus or water lily. It is a delicate floral name representing purity and beauty.”

    • Girl · Arabic · “This Arabic name translates to lotus or water lily, symbolizing beauty and purity emerging from water.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Lotus; a lotus; born from water (lotus, pearl)”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “Lotus flower; lotus; lotus flower, pure, goddess lakshmi”

    • Boy · Arabic · “An Egyptian name associated with a god worshipped in Memphis, symbolizing the lotus blossom and the morning sun.”

    • Girl · Arabic · “A variation of the Arabic name referring to the lotus or water lily flower.”

    • Girl · African · “Nilofar is a name meaning lotus or water lily. It is common in several languages and symbolizes purity blooming from the water.”

    • Girl · Arabic · “An Arabic feminine name referring to a wild mountain rose or a water lily, symbolizing natural beauty.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Lotus flower; born from water ( eg lotus flower, pearl ); born from water (lotus flower, pearl)”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus flower”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Friend of lotus ( bee , sun ); friend of lotus (bee, sun)”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “One who holds a lotus; one who holds a lotus ( lord vishnu)”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit female name describing one who resides in a lotus, often associated with the goddess Lakshmi.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning 'lotus-handed,' which is a traditional epithet for Lord Krishna.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Born from lotus ( lord bramha); lord brahama”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning born from the lotus, which is a common epithet for the goddess Lakshmi. It symbolizes divine birth and prosperity.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “In Sanskrit, this name means born from a lotus and is an epithet for the goddess Lakshmi.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Husband of lotus ( sun); husband of lotus (sun)”

    • Boy · Indian · “This Indian masculine name refers to a person with eyes as beautiful as a lotus flower. It is a poetic description often found in classical Sanskrit literature.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name describing a person who possesses beautiful, lotus-like eyes.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Padmanabhan comes from the Hindu word which means, Lotus navelled, A name of Lord Vishnu”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “One with lotus in his navel ( lord vishnu)”

    • Boy · Indian · “One with lotus in his navel, Lord Vishnu”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “Lotus like lines on palm; lotus- like lines on palm which are considered to be sign of good luck”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “One who resided in lotus; one who resided in lotus ( goddess lakshmi)”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name associated with Lord Brahma and Buddha. It refers to the lotus-born or one who sits upon a lotus flower.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “Lotus pond; lotus plant, also famous queen of chittaud”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means the lord of lotuses and is often a title for the sun. It signifies radiance and mastery over the lotus flower.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Pankaj means 'Lotus flower,' symbolizing purity, beauty, and growth from the mud.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means one who holds a lotus. It is often an epithet for a goddess.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This name refers to Lord Krishna and translates to one with eyes as beautiful as a lotus.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Rooted in Sanskrit, this name means 'lotus,' symbolizing purity, and is an epithet for the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “In bloom; lotus; pleasant; cheerful; in bloom”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning white in color. It specifically refers to the white lotus, a symbol of purity and beauty.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that can refer to a blue lotus, a fountain, or a sacred lake.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name signifies a blue lotus flower or a fountain. It is also a sacred name for the sun or a holy lake.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit masculine name meaning a blue lotus or one who rules all. It is a common name in India that symbolizes purity and leadership.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name describing a person with eyes as beautiful as a blue lotus flower, often used as an epithet for deities.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A popular Sanskrit name meaning the blue lotus. In Indian culture, the lotus is a sacred symbol of purity and spiritual awakening.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means lotus-eyed and is frequently used as an epithet for the deity Lord Rama.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “A common Sanskrit name meaning lotus flower. The lotus is a significant symbol of purity and spiritual awakening in Indian culture.”

    • Unisex · Japanese · “Lotus”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name means bright, radiant, or refers to the beauty of a red lotus.”

    • Unisex · Indian · “An Indian name meaning 'produced in lakes,' which refers directly to the lotus flower.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Meaning lotus-like, this Sanskrit name is also an epithet for Lord Brahma. It symbolizes purity as the lotus rises above the water.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “Derived from Sanskrit, this name means living in the lotus and refers to a lake full of lotus flowers.”

    • Boy · Indian · “An Indian name specifically referring to the deity Kannan (Krishna) associated with a red lotus.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “One complexion of red lotus; one of complexion of red lotus”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus in the heart of Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “Peace attained through Guru's Lotus Feet”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Dark blue; dark blue, red lotus, pomegranate tree”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “Goddess parvati; lotus; goddess parvati; leafy”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name describes a beautiful scene of a river filled with blooming lotus flowers.”

    • Boy · Sanskrit · “Lotus; a water lily, fleshless; beginning, a water lily; beginning; a water lily; blue lotus”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit female name refers to a lotus flower or a place filled with lotuses, and is also the name of a river.”

    • Girl · Sanskrit · “This Sanskrit name describes a lotus pond or a collection of lotus flowers.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus pond.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Born of a lotus.”

    • Unisex · Indian · “Blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus, Lord Vishnu, A Tamil saint”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus, Lord Vishnu, A Tamil saint”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus banbihari.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “The one who ha feet like Lotus flower”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “Feet of a guru; like Lotus”

    • Girl · Punjabi · “One who loves the Lord's Lotus Feet”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “Lotus of Devine Knowledge.”

    • Girl · Punjabi · “Lotus of the guru”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus flower.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Born from lotus”

    • Boy · Tamil · “White lotus.”

    • Girl · Unknown origin · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus eyed.”

    • Girl · Indian · “A lotus plant”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “One who, like the lotus is unsoiled”

    • Girl · Indian · “The bud of a lotus”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “Protector of the flower lotus”

    • Girl · Punjabi · “One who loves the flower lotus”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “Looks like Lotus”

    • Girl · Indian · “Fragrance of the lotus”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · African · “Water lily.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Fair, Beautiful, Gentle, Lotus”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Chinese · “A lotus.”

    • Boy · Punjabi · “Absorbed in the Lotus Feet of God”

    • Girl · Indian · “Emanating from the lotus”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lord of lotus, Lord Vishnu”

    • Boy · Indian · “A collection of lotus”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus-stack.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus stem.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus -eyed.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “The lotus flower”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Blue lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Bengali · “Blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus bud.”

    • Girl · Indian · “One with lotus like eyes”

    • Unisex · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus eyed.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus eyed.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Wearer of lotus garland”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “He from whose navel comes the lotus”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lover of lotus.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Like a lotus”

    • Girl · Indian · “Divine lotus”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Divine lotus.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Divine lotus”

    • Girl · Indian · “Beautiful like the lotus”

    • Girl · Indian · “One who emerged out of the lotus”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Stem of lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “A blooming lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Golden lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “A blue lotus.”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus flower”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus flower”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus eyed, Lord Rama”

    • Boy · Tamil · “A red lotus.”

    • Girl · Japanese · “Water lily.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Red lotus flower”

    • Boy · English · “Resembling a water lily”

    • Girl · Indian · “Red lotus, Bright, Goddess Parvati”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus.”

    • Girl · Indian · “Lotus pond, Having lotuses”

    • Girl · Vietnamese · “Lotus flower.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Red lotus.”

    • Girl · Tamil · “Red lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Lotus.”

    • Boy · Tamil · “Hundred petaled lotus.”

    • Girl · Korean · “A combination of flawless and lotus..”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus flower”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus, Abode of wealth”

    • Boy · Indian · “Lotus, Abode of wealth”

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