Kalpana
Kalpana is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Imagination, idea”.
| Meaning | Imagination, idea |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कल्पना |
| Pronunciation | KUL-puh-nah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Kalpana
Kalpana comes from the Sanskrit root klp, 'to arrange' or 'to form', and means imagination, fancy or creative idea. It was a popular girls' name across India in the mid twentieth century. The best-known bearer is Kalpana Chawla, the Indian-born NASA astronaut who died in the Columbia shuttle disaster in 2003 and is widely remembered as an inspiration to girls interested in science.
Is Kalpana a Hindu name?
Kalpana is a Hindu-background name drawn from an abstract Sanskrit word rather than from a deity.
How popular is Kalpana?
Very familiar in India, though more common among women born before the 1990s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kalpana mean?
Kalpana means 'Imagination, idea'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kalpana a Hindu name?
Kalpana is a Hindu-background name drawn from an abstract Sanskrit word rather than from a deity.
How do you pronounce Kalpana?
Kalpana is pronounced KUL-puh-nah.
Is Kalpana a boy or girl name?
Kalpana is usually a girl name.