Ashvini

Ashvini is a given name of Indian origin derived from Sanskrit Aśvinī. It is linked to Aśvinī, one of the Aśvins, the divine twin physicians of the Vedic pantheon, whose attributes include healing, medicine, and the dawn. The name carries connotations of vitality and renewal within Hindu cultural contexts.

The name has several transliterations including Ashvinī, Ashvini, Ashwinī, Ashwin, and Ashwini. It is used in India and among Indian communities worldwide; variants in spelling reflect different languages and scripts. While often treated as feminine in some communities, the gender association of the name varies by region and era.

In Hindu astrology, Ashvinī (also spelled Ashwini) is the first nakshatra, a lunar mansion associated with the dawn, horses, and swift healing. The nakshatra is a separate concept from the personal name but shares etymology with Aśvins.