Indira
Indira is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “beauty, splendor, Lakshmi.” Indira is an epithet of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, prosperity, and beauty.
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how do you pronounce Indira?
in-DEE-rah
where does the name Indira come from?
A Sanskrit feminine name meaning beauty or splendour, and an epithet of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi.
The name evokes regal splendor and divine feminine power. Its association with India's first female prime minister transformed it into a symbol of strength, leadership, and national identity.
the history of Indira
Indira Gandhi, India's first woman prime minister, is its best-known bearer.
who are famous people named Indira?
- Indira Gandhi (first female Prime Minister of India)
- Indira Devi (early 20th-century Russian-born yoga teacher who popularized yoga in the West)
what names are similar to Indira?
what names go well with Indira?
Sibling names that share Indira's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Indira
What does the name Indira mean?
Indira means “beauty, splendor, Lakshmi”.
What is the origin of the name Indira?
Indira comes from the Hindi naming tradition.
How popular is the name Indira?
Indira has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Indira a boy or girl name?
Indira is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Indira?
Indira is pronounced in-DEE-rah, with 3 syllables.
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