चमेली

Chameli

girlHindi, from Sanskrit (India)Not a traditional Muslim name

Chameli is a Hindi, from Sanskrit (India) girl name meaning “Jasmine”.

MeaningJasmine
GenderGirl
OriginHindi, from Sanskrit (India)
Written asचमेली
Pronunciationcha-MAY-lee
Muslim name?Not a traditional Muslim name

Meaning and origin of Chameli

Chameli is the Hindi word for jasmine, derived from Sanskrit. It is used as a girls' name in North India, mostly by Hindu families, and is familiar from Bollywood. It is not Persian and has no Arabic root, though jasmine itself is cherished across Muslim cultures under the Persian name Yasmin.

Is Chameli a Muslim name?

Chameli is not a traditional Muslim name. It is a Hindi word for jasmine used mostly by Hindu families. Muslim parents who like the meaning often choose Yasmin, Yasmeen or Zanbaq instead.

Where is the name Chameli used?

Used in North India and Nepal, mainly among Hindu families.

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Spellings and variants of Chameli

Chamelee

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Chameli mean?

Chameli means 'Jasmine'. It comes from Hindi, from Sanskrit (India).

Is Chameli a Muslim name?

Chameli is not a traditional Muslim name. It is a Hindi word for jasmine used mostly by Hindu families. Muslim parents who like the meaning often choose Yasmin, Yasmeen or Zanbaq instead.

How do you pronounce Chameli?

Chameli is pronounced cha-MAY-lee.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.