Debanjali
Debanjali is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Offering to God”.
| Meaning | Offering to God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | দেবাঞ্জলি |
| Pronunciation | deb-AN-jaw-lee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Debanjali
Debanjali joins deba (Sanskrit deva, 'god') with anjali, the gesture of cupped hands used to make an offering, often of flowers. The name therefore means 'an offering to the gods'. Bengali writes the initial v-sound as b, which is why the name is Debanjali rather than Devanjali. It also suits families who like names ending in -anjali, such as Pushpanjali and Geetanjali.
Is Debanjali a Hindu name?
Debanjali is a Hindu devotional name evoking pushpanjali, the offering of flowers to a deity, as practised during Durga Puja.
How popular is Debanjali?
Used mainly in West Bengal.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Debanjali mean?
Debanjali means 'Offering to God'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Debanjali a Hindu name?
Debanjali is a Hindu devotional name evoking pushpanjali, the offering of flowers to a deity, as practised during Durga Puja.
How do you pronounce Debanjali?
Debanjali is pronounced deb-AN-jaw-lee.
Is Debanjali a boy or girl name?
Debanjali is usually a girl name.