The nameIndira
Indira is a girl's name of Indian origin.
- Girl's name
- Sanskrit
Meaning
From Sanskrit, a name of the goddess Lakshmi, often understood as "beauty, splendour".
Origin
Sanskrit.
History
Borne by Indira Gandhi, Prime Minister of India, it has been given in France since 1970, most often in the 2000s.
Popularity of the name Indira
Indira in France
1615thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2005peak year (35 births)
715babies named Indira in France since 1900
Indira was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 235 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Indira. Its rise began around 1970, and it peaked in 2005. Half of all babies named Indira in France were born before 2006, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Indira in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Indira mean?
From Sanskrit, a name of the goddess Lakshmi, often understood as "beauty, splendour".
What is the origin of the name Indira?
Sanskrit.
Is Indira a girl's or a boy's name?
Indira is a girl's name.