Manorma
Manorma is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Charming; pleasing to the heart”.
| Meaning | Charming; pleasing to the heart |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | मनोरमा |
| Pronunciation | muh-noh-RUH-maa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Manorma
Manorma is a common Hindi spelling of Manorama, from manas, 'mind, heart', and rama, 'delighting'. It describes someone who captivates the mind, which is why it is sometimes rendered 'heart-stealer'. The word appears in Sanskrit literature as a description of beautiful women and places. The famous Tamil actress Manorama, who appeared in over a thousand films, carried the fuller form, and Malayala Manorama is one of Kerala's best-known newspapers.
Is Manorma a Hindu name?
Manorama is used as an epithet of goddesses such as Lakshmi in some hymns, but it is mainly a descriptive Sanskrit name. It fits comfortably in any Hindu family.
How popular is Manorma?
A familiar name for women of earlier generations across India, now chosen less often for babies.
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Spellings and variants of Manorma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manorma mean?
Manorma means 'Charming; pleasing to the heart'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Manorma a Hindu name?
Manorama is used as an epithet of goddesses such as Lakshmi in some hymns, but it is mainly a descriptive Sanskrit name. It fits comfortably in any Hindu family.
How do you pronounce Manorma?
Manorma is pronounced muh-noh-RUH-maa.
Is Manorma a boy or girl name?
Manorma is usually a girl name.