Poorna
Poorna is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Complete, full”.
| Meaning | Complete, full |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | पूर्णा |
| Pronunciation | POOR-naa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Poorna
Poorna comes from Sanskrit purna, 'full' or 'complete', and is related to purnima, the full moon. The famous Upanishadic prayer 'Om purnam adah purnam idam' declares that the whole universe and the divine are both complete. The name is used across India but especially in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. A well-known bearer is Malavath Poorna, who in 2014 became the youngest girl to climb Everest.
Is Poorna a Hindu name?
Poorna is a Hindu name whose meaning, fullness, echoes the Isha Upanishad's peace invocation about divine completeness.
How popular is Poorna?
An uncommon but recognised girls' name in India.
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Spellings and variants of Poorna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Poorna mean?
Poorna means 'Complete, full'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Poorna a Hindu name?
Poorna is a Hindu name whose meaning, fullness, echoes the Isha Upanishad's peace invocation about divine completeness.
How do you pronounce Poorna?
Poorna is pronounced POOR-naa.
Is Poorna a boy or girl name?
Poorna is usually a girl name.