Chameli
Chameli is a Hindu girl name of Hindi, from Sanskrit (India) origin, meaning “Jasmine flower”.
| Meaning | Jasmine flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hindi, from Sanskrit (India) |
| Pronunciation | cha-MAY-lee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Chameli
Chameli is the Hindi word for jasmine, and it comes from Sanskrit. In North India it is given as a girls' name, chiefly by Hindu families, and many people know it from Bollywood films. It is not a Persian word and has no Arabic root. Jasmine itself, however, is loved throughout Muslim cultures under its Persian name, Yasmin, which is the usual choice for Muslim parents.
Is Chameli a Hindu name?
Chameli is not a traditional Muslim name but a Hindi word used mostly by Hindu families; Muslim parents drawn to its meaning often pick Yasmin, Yasmeen or Zanbaq.
How popular is Chameli?
Used in North India and Nepal, mostly in Hindu families.
Gifts with the name Chameli
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Spellings and variants of Chameli
Names similar to Chameli
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chameli mean?
Chameli means 'Jasmine flower'. It is of Hindi, from Sanskrit (India) origin.
Is Chameli a Hindu name?
Chameli is not a traditional Muslim name but a Hindi word used mostly by Hindu families; Muslim parents drawn to its meaning often pick Yasmin, Yasmeen or Zanbaq.
How do you pronounce Chameli?
Chameli is pronounced cha-MAY-lee.
Is Chameli a boy or girl name?
Chameli is usually a girl name.