Kusuma
Kusuma is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Flower”.
| Meaning | Flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कुसुमा |
| Pronunciation | koo-SOO-muh |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Kusuma
Kusuma is the form of the Sanskrit kusuma, 'flower', with the final vowel kept as it is in South India, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. In Indonesian and Javanese, kusuma also means 'flower' and appears in many names, including those of Javanese royalty. The name therefore travelled with Sanskrit vocabulary well beyond India. It is short, melodic and recognisable in several cultures.
Is Kusuma a Hindu name?
Kusuma is used by Hindu families in South India and by Buddhist families in Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia; flowers are standard offerings in both traditions.
How popular is Kusuma?
Found in South India, Sri Lanka and Indonesia; uncommon in the West.
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Spellings and variants of Kusuma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kusuma mean?
Kusuma means 'Flower'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kusuma a Hindu name?
Kusuma is used by Hindu families in South India and by Buddhist families in Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia; flowers are standard offerings in both traditions.
How do you pronounce Kusuma?
Kusuma is pronounced koo-SOO-muh.
Is Kusuma a boy or girl name?
Kusuma is usually a girl name.