Narmada
Narmada is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Giver of delight; a sacred river”.
| Meaning | Giver of delight; a sacred river |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | नर्मदा |
| Pronunciation | NUR-muh-dah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Narmada
Narmada is the name of one of India's great rivers, flowing west across central India to the Arabian Sea. The name is explained as narma, 'delight, play', plus da, 'giver', so 'giver of joy'. Hindu tradition regards the river as a goddess and daughter of Shiva, and pilgrims walk the Narmada parikrama, a circuit of its banks. As a girl's name it is traditional rather than trendy.
Is Narmada a Hindu name?
Narmada is one of the seven sacred rivers of Hinduism; the smooth stones from its bed are worshipped as Shiva lingas.
How popular is Narmada?
An uncommon traditional name in India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Narmada mean?
Narmada means 'Giver of delight; a sacred river'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Narmada a Hindu name?
Narmada is one of the seven sacred rivers of Hinduism; the smooth stones from its bed are worshipped as Shiva lingas.
How do you pronounce Narmada?
Narmada is pronounced NUR-muh-dah.
Is Narmada a boy or girl name?
Narmada is usually a girl name.