Prasanna
Prasanna is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Pleased, cheerful, clear”.
| Meaning | Pleased, cheerful, clear |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | प्रसन्न |
| Pronunciation | pruh-SUN-nah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Prasanna
Prasanna is the Sanskrit prasanna, 'clear, bright, serene, pleased', from the same root as prasāda. It can describe a calm clear lake as well as a happy face or a god who is pleased with a devotee. In South India it is a common boy's name and is sometimes given to girls; in the north it appears more often as a girl's name, Prasanna or Prasana.
Is Prasanna a Hindu name?
In Hindu prayer a deity who is prasanna is one who is pleased and ready to grant blessings, which gives the name a gentle devotional sense.
How popular is Prasanna?
Common in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra.
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Spellings and variants of Prasanna
Names similar to Prasanna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Prasanna mean?
Prasanna means 'Pleased, cheerful, clear'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Prasanna a Hindu name?
In Hindu prayer a deity who is prasanna is one who is pleased and ready to grant blessings, which gives the name a gentle devotional sense.
How do you pronounce Prasanna?
Prasanna is pronounced pruh-SUN-nah.
Is Prasanna a boy or girl name?
Prasanna is used for both boys and girls.