Indira Girl

Popularity: #909 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: in-DEER-ah /ɪnˈdɪrə/

Origin: Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning: Sanskrit: 'splendid'; Hindi: 'beauty'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Indira has its roots in the Sanskrit language, deriving from the word 'Indira' (इन्दिरा), which means 'splendid' or 'beautiful.' In Hindu mythology, Indira is often associated with the goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, and is sometimes linked to the god Indra, the king of the heavens and ruler of the rain and thunderstorms. The name entered the English lexicon through the transliteration of Sanskrit, particularly during the British colonial period in India, when interest in Indian culture and languages grew among Western scholars and writers.

Historically, the name Indira gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of Indira Gandhi, who served as the Prime Minister of India from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. Her leadership marked significant political and social changes in India, and her legacy has contributed to the name's recognition beyond Indian borders.

The name has also appeared in various literary and artistic works, further embedding it in cultural consciousness. Culturally, Indira carries connotations of strength and beauty, often symbolizing resilience and grace.

The name is celebrated in various forms of art and literature, reflecting its deep roots in Indian tradition and spirituality. The diminutive form 'Indu' is sometimes used, which also means 'moon' in Sanskrit, adding another layer of beauty and significance to the name.

Overall, Indira encapsulates a rich tapestry of historical, cultural, and linguistic heritage.

Famous people named Indira

In this section, you will find notable people named Indira. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Indira who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Indira who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Indira Varma is an actress best known for her roles in Rome, Game of Thrones, and Luther.

Fictional characters named Indira

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Indira is a fictional character from the video game series Assassin's Creed. She is a prominent member of the Assassin Brotherhood, known for her skills and leadership in the fight against the Templars.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Indira, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Indira. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Indira was first seen in the United States in 1966.

Indira has ranked as high as #3801 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey.

In the past 5 years the name Indira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Indira is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Indira was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Indira.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 39 39
2024 55 55
2023 34 34
2022 38 38
2021 44 44
2020 41 41
2019 37 37
2018 39 39
2017 42 42
2016 59 59
2015 47 47
2014 49 49
2013 42 42
2012 54 54
2011 55 55
2010 41 41
2009 56 56
2008 69 69
2007 63 63
2006 58 58
2005 63 63
2004 38 38
2003 66 66
2002 63 63
2001 72 72
2000 63 63
1999 56 56
1998 67 67
1997 56 56
1996 47 47
1995 41 41
1994 42 42
1993 43 43
1992 36 36
1991 43 43
1990 35 35
1989 33 33
1988 34 34
1987 26 26
1986 32 32
1985 62 62
1984 51 51
1983 20 20
1982 24 24
1981 30 30
1980 40 40
1979 26 26
1978 26 26
1977 21 21
1976 26 26
1975 17 17
1974 15 15
1973 21 21
1972 34 34
1971 35 35
1970 20 20
1969 14 14
1968 16 16
1967 17 17
1966 43 43

Top States for Indira (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
MD 7
37%
CA 6
32%
NY 6
32%