Hemanti
Hemanti is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Of the late-autumn season”.
| Meaning | Of the late-autumn season |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | হেমন্তী |
| Pronunciation | HAY-mun-tee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Hemanti
Hemanti is a feminine form from Hemanta, the late autumn or early winter season in the Indian calendar, when crops are harvested. In Bengal, where the name is mostly used, Hemanta is a time of golden fields and cool mornings. Tagore's short story 'Haimanti' uses a closely related form. The masculine equivalent is Hemant.
Is Hemanti a Hindu name?
A Hindu name based on the seasonal calendar rather than a deity.
How popular is Hemanti?
Uncommon; found mainly among Bengali families.
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Spellings and variants of Hemanti
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hemanti mean?
Hemanti means 'Of the late-autumn season'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Hemanti a Hindu name?
A Hindu name based on the seasonal calendar rather than a deity.
How do you pronounce Hemanti?
Hemanti is pronounced HAY-mun-tee.
Is Hemanti a boy or girl name?
Hemanti is usually a girl name.