Pranay
Pranay is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Love, affection”.
| Meaning | Love, affection |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | प्रणय |
| Pronunciation | pruh-NAY |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Pranay
Pranay is the Sanskrit praṇaya, meaning affection, intimacy or romantic love, and also trust and friendship. In classical Sanskrit poetry it often describes love between partners. The name has been popular in India since the late twentieth century, especially in Maharashtra and Telangana. The badminton player H. S. Prannoy carries a variant spelling.
Is Pranay a Hindu name?
Pranay is a Sanskrit word name used mainly by Hindu families; it does not name a deity but shares the theme of loving devotion found in bhakti.
How popular is Pranay?
Fairly common in India among boys born since the 1980s.
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Spellings and variants of Pranay
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pranay mean?
Pranay means 'Love, affection'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Pranay a Hindu name?
Pranay is a Sanskrit word name used mainly by Hindu families; it does not name a deity but shares the theme of loving devotion found in bhakti.
How do you pronounce Pranay?
Pranay is pronounced pruh-NAY.
Is Pranay a boy or girl name?
Pranay is usually a boy name.