प्रांजल

Pranjal

unisexSanskritHindu

Pranjal is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Honest, sincere, straightforward”.

MeaningHonest, sincere, straightforward
GenderUnisex
OriginSanskrit
Written asप्रांजल
PronunciationPRAAN-jul
TraditionHindu
Used inIndia

Meaning and origin of Pranjal

Pranjal comes from the Sanskrit prāñjala, meaning straightforward, honest and sincere; in literary criticism it also describes a clear, polished style of writing. The name suggests someone open and upright. In North India it is mostly a boy's name, while in Maharashtra and Assam it is also given to girls. Pranjal Patil, the first visually impaired woman to join the Indian Administrative Service, is a notable bearer.

Is Pranjal a Hindu name?

Pranjal is a virtue name drawn from Sanskrit and used mainly by Hindu families, with no link to a particular deity.

How popular is Pranjal?

Fairly common in India, used for boys and, in some regions, girls.

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Spellings and variants of Pranjal

PranjaliPranjul

Names similar to Pranjal

PranayPranshuSatvikPranjali

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Pranjal mean?

Pranjal means 'Honest, sincere, straightforward'. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Pranjal a Hindu name?

Pranjal is a virtue name drawn from Sanskrit and used mainly by Hindu families, with no link to a particular deity.

How do you pronounce Pranjal?

Pranjal is pronounced PRAAN-jul.

Is Pranjal a boy or girl name?

Pranjal is used for both boys and girls.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.