Darshana
Darshana is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Seeing, vision”.
| Meaning | Seeing, vision |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | दर्शना |
| Pronunciation | DUR-shuh-nah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Darshana
Darshana is the feminine form of Darshan, from the Sanskrit root drish, 'to see'. The word means 'seeing' and also 'philosophical system': Indian thought groups its classical schools, such as Vedanta and Yoga, as darshanas, or ways of seeing reality. As a name it suggests insight and perception. It has been used for several generations in Gujarat, Maharashtra and Sri Lanka.
Is Darshana a Hindu name?
Darshana is a Hindu name linked to darshan, the devotional seeing of a deity, and to the darshanas of Hindu philosophy.
How popular is Darshana?
A familiar girls' name in western India and Sri Lanka, somewhat more common in older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Darshana mean?
Darshana means 'Seeing, vision'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Darshana a Hindu name?
Darshana is a Hindu name linked to darshan, the devotional seeing of a deity, and to the darshanas of Hindu philosophy.
How do you pronounce Darshana?
Darshana is pronounced DUR-shuh-nah.
Is Darshana a boy or girl name?
Darshana is usually a girl name.