Bhavana
Bhavana is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Feeling; meditation, cultivation”.
| Meaning | Feeling; meditation, cultivation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | भावना |
| Pronunciation | BHAA-vuh-naa |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Bhavana
Bhavana comes from the Sanskrit root bhu, 'to become', and in its causative sense means 'cultivating' or 'bringing into being'. In everyday Hindi and other languages it means feeling, emotion or sentiment. In Buddhist and yogic writings it means mental cultivation or meditation, the practice of developing the mind. The name is popular across India, particularly in the south.
Is Bhavana a Hindu name?
Bhavana is used by Hindu families, and the word is central in Buddhism, where bhavana is the general term for meditative practice.
How popular is Bhavana?
Common in India among women born from the 1970s onward.
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Spellings and variants of Bhavana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bhavana mean?
Bhavana means 'Feeling; meditation, cultivation'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Bhavana a Hindu name?
Bhavana is used by Hindu families, and the word is central in Buddhism, where bhavana is the general term for meditative practice.
How do you pronounce Bhavana?
Bhavana is pronounced BHAA-vuh-naa.
Is Bhavana a boy or girl name?
Bhavana is usually a girl name.