Panna
Panna is a Hindu girl name of Hindi; also Pali origin, meaning “Emerald; wisdom”.
| Meaning | Emerald; wisdom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hindi; also Pali |
| Written as | पन्ना |
| Pronunciation | PUN-naa |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Myanmar, Thailand, Hungary |
Meaning and origin of Panna
Panna has two separate roots. In Hindi and Urdu, panna means 'emerald', and the city of Panna in Madhya Pradesh is famous for its diamond mines. In Pali, panna (paññā) is the Buddhist word for wisdom or insight, one of the perfections a practitioner cultivates, and in that sense the name is used in Theravada countries such as Myanmar and Thailand. Unrelated to both, Panna is also a Hungarian pet form of Anna.
Is Panna a Hindu name?
In Buddhism, panna means insight into the true nature of things; in Hindu families the name is usually chosen for its gem meaning. It is not an Arabic name.
How popular is Panna?
Uncommon; used in India, in Theravada Buddhist countries, and in Hungary as a form of Anna.
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Spellings and variants of Panna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Panna mean?
Panna means 'Emerald; wisdom'. It is of Hindi; also Pali origin.
Is Panna a Hindu name?
In Buddhism, panna means insight into the true nature of things; in Hindu families the name is usually chosen for its gem meaning. It is not an Arabic name.
How do you pronounce Panna?
Panna is pronounced PUN-naa.
Is Panna a boy or girl name?
Panna is usually a girl name.