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Sohini

Girl name · Indian

Meaningbeautiful; a raga · Sanskrit

Sohini is an Indian girl name meaning “beautiful; a raga”, 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.

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  • GenerationSohini peaked in 2001, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Sohini you'd meet today is about 24 years old.
  • HistorySohini first shows up in US birth records in 1996, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 29 years since.
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hello, little Sohini

US births per million girls, 1996–2025

024199620002013

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Sohini

Sohini is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “beautiful; a raga”. 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.

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Questions about the name Sohini

What does the name Sohini mean?

Sohini means “beautiful; a raga” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Bella (“beautiful”), Callie (“beautiful”), Zuri (“beautiful”) and Annabelle (“gracious and beautiful”).

What is the origin of the name Sohini?

Sohini 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 Sohini a boy or girl name?

Sohini is a girl name.

How popular is the name Sohini?

Sohini is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2013. It peaked at #12,056 in 2001, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Sohini?

If you like Sohini, you might also like Bella, Callie, Zuri and Annabelle.

What should I know before naming my baby Sohini?

Sohini is an Indian girl name meaning “beautiful; a raga”, 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.