Indu
Meaningthe moon · Sanskrit
Indu is an Indian girl name meaning “the moon”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationIndu peaked in 1969, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Indu you'd meet today is about 56 years old.
- HistoryIndu first shows up in US birth records in 1969, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 56 years since.
US births per million girls, 1969–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Indu
Indu is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “the moon”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1960s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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Questions about the name Indu
What does the name Indu mean?
Indu means “the moon” and comes from Sanskrit. Names built around “moon” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Luna (“moon”), Selena (“moon”), Aylin (“moon halo”) and Selene (“moon”).
What is the origin of the name Indu?
Indu is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Indu a boy or girl name?
Indu is a girl name.
How popular is the name Indu?
Indu is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2015. It peaked at #7,471 in 1969, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Indu?
If you like Indu, you might also like Luna, Selena, Aylin and Selene.
What should I know before naming my baby Indu?
Indu is an Indian girl name meaning “the moon”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.