Bhumika
Bhumika is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Earth; role, introduction”.
| Meaning | Earth; role, introduction |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | भूमिका |
| Pronunciation | BHOO-mi-kaa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Bhumika
Bhumika comes from bhumi, 'earth, ground', with a diminutive or descriptive suffix. In modern Hindi and other Indian languages it means a role, as in a film or play, and also the preface or introduction of a book, both senses growing from the idea of 'groundwork'. Shyam Benegal's 1977 film Bhumika and the actress Bhumika Chawla made the name widely known.
Is Bhumika a Hindu name?
Bhumika is a Hindu name linked by its root to Bhumi, the earth goddess, though in everyday use it is valued more for its modern meaning.
How popular is Bhumika?
Common in India among girls born from the 1980s onward.
Gifts with the name Bhumika
- Bhumika name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Bhumika baby gifts (Amazon)
- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Bhumika
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bhumika mean?
Bhumika means 'Earth; role, introduction'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Bhumika a Hindu name?
Bhumika is a Hindu name linked by its root to Bhumi, the earth goddess, though in everyday use it is valued more for its modern meaning.
How do you pronounce Bhumika?
Bhumika is pronounced BHOO-mi-kaa.
Is Bhumika a boy or girl name?
Bhumika is usually a girl name.