Parul
Parul is a Hindu girl name of Bengali, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “A fragrant flower (trumpet flower)”.
| Meaning | A fragrant flower (trumpet flower) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bengali, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | পারুল |
| Pronunciation | PAA-rool |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Parul
Parul is the Bengali name of a fragrant flowering tree, called patali in Sanskrit and known in botany as Stereospermum. In the Bengali folk tale 'Sat Bhai Champa', seven brothers turn into champa flowers and their sister becomes a parul flower. The name has become popular well beyond Bengal. It is short and gentle, and is used across India today.
Is Parul a Hindu name?
A cultural Hindu name drawn from nature and Bengali folklore rather than scripture.
How popular is Parul?
Popular in North India and Bengal.
Gifts with the name Parul
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Spellings and variants of Parul
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Parul mean?
Parul means 'A fragrant flower (trumpet flower)'. It is of Bengali, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Parul a Hindu name?
A cultural Hindu name drawn from nature and Bengali folklore rather than scripture.
How do you pronounce Parul?
Parul is pronounced PAA-rool.
Is Parul a boy or girl name?
Parul is usually a girl name.