India

Meaning river
Origin Indian, Sanskrit
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 3
Syllabification In-di-a

About India

A name that resonates with wanderlust and cultural richness. India carries geographical sophistication and exotic flair without being overly elaborate. The three syllables flow smoothly, creating an elegant rhythm that's both memorable and easy to pronounce across different languages. This name suits adventurous spirits and creative souls, suggesting depth and worldliness. It works exceptionally well in multicultural families or for parents who value travel and global perspectives. India transitions seamlessly from childhood through adulthood, never feeling too cute or too serious. The name has literary and historical connections, offering substance beyond its aesthetic appeal. It's distinctive enough to stand out in a classroom yet familiar enough to avoid constant explanations.

Variations of Name India

Indira
Indy
Indie
Indianna

Nicknames for India

Indy
Indie
Dia
India

Famous People Named India

Indira GandhiFormer Prime Minister of India
India ArieAmerican singer-songwriter
India HicksBritish author and designer
India EisleyAmerican actress
India de BeaufortBritish actress
India LoveAmerican internet personality
India KnightBritish journalist and author
India OxenbergAmerican actress
India MartinezSpanish singer
India AllenAmerican model and actress
India MenuezAmerican actress and artist
India Jane BirleyBritish fashion designer
India MachadoBrazilian model
India de CórdobaSpanish flamenco dancer
India DupréAmerican artist and fashion designer
India AdamsAmerican actress and singer
India de MolaMexican journalist
India MahdaviIranian-French architect and designer
India CarneyAmerican singer-songwriter
India Opie MeresBritish street artist

Characters Named India

India Stokerfrom the film "Stoker"
India Wilkesfrom the novel "Gone with the Wind"
India Jourdainfrom the play "The Bourgeois Gentleman"
India Purlfrom the book series "The Paper Magician"
India Kanefrom the TV series "Backstage"
India Tressilianfrom the novel "The Moonstone"
India Coombsfrom the TV series "CSI - NY"
India Van Westfrom the book series "The Selection"
India Bishopfrom the book series "The Rosie Project"
India Sinclairfrom the TV series "Haven"
India Opal Bulonifrom the novel "Because of Winn-Dixie"
India Oxendinefrom the TV series "Scream Queens"
India Eisensteinfrom the video game "Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright - Ace Attorney"
India Faradayfrom the TV series "Criminal Minds"
India Ferrahfrom the reality show "RuPaul's Drag Race"
India Dearlyfrom the book series "Aurora Rising"
India Blakefrom the TV series "Dead to Me"
India Clarkefrom the TV series "Wynonna Earp"
India Jekyllfrom the book series "The Madman's Daughter"
India Reedfrom the TV series "The Flash"

Other Popular Names Beginning with I

Isabelle
Ishika
Irma
Ivette
Ines
Indigo
Ira
Isabella
Iqra
Ilse