Lotus or water lily
Derived from the Sanskrit word for the lotus flower, which is a sacred symbol of purity and spiritual enlightenment in many Eastern cultures. It represents beauty that rises from the mud, remaining untouched and serene. In Hindu mythology, the lotus is often associated with various deities, particularly Lakshmi and Brahma.
Less common today
Nalini isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,672 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
New York Times bestselling paranormal romance author
Ecologist and pioneer in the study of forest canopies
Indian film actress who appeared in Hindi films in the 1940s and 50s
The mother of the protagonist Devi in the series Never Have I Ever · Never Have I Ever
