Malayalam Baby Names

Malayalam baby names carry the sound, history and meaning of the Malayalam naming tradition. Our collection holds 7 Malayalam names, 3 for boys and 4 for girls, each with its own meaning, origin notes, popularity and numerology. Browse the names below and follow any one for its full profile.

Whether you are drawn to Malayalam names for heritage, for their sound, or simply for a meaning that resonates, this page is a living list that grows as we research and add more. Names are shown with the most prominent first.

Malayalam names & meanings

GokulA herd of cows; (Krishna's village) — warm, characterful and easy to wearMalayalam · Numerology 3KavithaA poem, poetry — soft-sounding with strong rootsMalayalam · Numerology 9LakshmanaAuspicious; (Rama's devoted brother) — a classic with a fresh edgeMalayalam · Numerology 8Meenakshi(the fish-eyed goddess) — rooted yet ready to travelMalayalam · Numerology 4SandhyaTwilight, dusk; the evening prayer — gentle, modern and genuinely meaningfulMalayalam · Numerology 9SoumyaGentle, calm, pleasant, mild — gentle, modern and genuinely meaningfulMalayalam · Numerology 22VishnuAll-pervading; (the preserver god) — timeless and effortless to sayMalayalam · Numerology 3

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Frequently Asked Questions

+What are some popular Malayalam baby names?

Well-known Malayalam names in our collection include Gokul, Kavitha, Lakshmana, Meenakshi, Sandhya. Each name links to a full profile with its meaning, origin, popularity and numerology.

+How many Malayalam names are listed here?

We currently list 7 Malayalam names — 3 for boys and 4 for girls, and the collection grows regularly as we research and add more.

+How do I choose a Malayalam name?

Start from the meaning you want for your child, then read the full profile for pronunciation, popularity and sibling-name ideas. You can also use our name, sibling and middle-name tools to refine your shortlist.