Mridula
Meaninggentle · Sanskrit
Mridula is an Indian girl name meaning “gentle”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Word funMridula doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- GenerationMridula peaked in 2008, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Mridula you'd meet today is about 17 years old.
- HistoryMridula first shows up in US birth records in 2002, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million girls, 2002–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Mridula
Mridula is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “gentle”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Mridula
What does the name Mridula mean?
Mridula means “gentle” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Millie (“gentle strength”), Yuna (“often gentle”), Halima (“gentle, patient”) and Mildred (“gentle strength”).
What is the origin of the name Mridula?
Mridula 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 Mridula a boy or girl name?
Mridula is a girl name.
How popular is the name Mridula?
Mridula is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2014. It peaked at #12,579 in 2008, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Mridula?
If you like Mridula, you might also like Millie, Yuna, Halima and Mildred.
What should I know before naming my baby Mridula?
Mridula is an Indian girl name meaning “gentle”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.