Janani
Janani is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Mother”.
| Meaning | Mother |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | जननी |
| Pronunciation | JUH-nuh-nee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Janani
Janani is the Sanskrit word for mother, literally 'she who gives birth', from the root jan. It appears in a famous Sanskrit line from the Ramayana tradition, 'janani janmabhumishcha svargadapi gariyasi', 'mother and motherland are greater than heaven'. The name is especially popular in Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka, though it is understood across India. It is also an epithet of the Mother Goddess.
Is Janani a Hindu name?
Janani is a Hindu name that honours motherhood and is used as a name for Devi, the Divine Mother.
How popular is Janani?
Popular in South India and among Tamil families worldwide.
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Spellings and variants of Janani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Janani mean?
Janani means 'Mother'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Janani a Hindu name?
Janani is a Hindu name that honours motherhood and is used as a name for Devi, the Divine Mother.
How do you pronounce Janani?
Janani is pronounced JUH-nuh-nee.
Is Janani a boy or girl name?
Janani is usually a girl name.