Riddhi as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Riddhi

What is the meaning of the name Riddhi ?

The baby name Riddhi is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced RID-dhee (IPA: /ˈrɪd.diː/).

Riddhi is Indian, Sanskrit in Origin.

Riddhi is a Sanskrit-derived feminine name from ṛddhi (ऋद्धि), a noun of the root ṛdh “to prosper, grow,” conveying prosperity, success, increase, and good fortune. In Hindu tradition, Riddhi is personified as a goddess - the prosperous consort of Ganesha alongside Siddhi - so the name carries auspicious overtones of abundance and accomplishment. The cognate Pali form iddhi, familiar from Buddhist texts, denotes extraordinary powers and attainment, reinforcing the sense of flourishing and capability across Indic religions.

Used across North and Western India (Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali) and among the South Asian diaspora, Riddhi has seen steady modern popularity while retaining classical resonance. Common spellings and variants include Ridhi, Riddhee, Ridhhi, and the elaborated Riddhika/Hriddhi; related name Siddhi often appears as a twin or sibling pairing. While primarily feminine, it is occasionally unisex. The name is frequently chosen for its auspicious meaning and association with Ganesh festivities.