Pratibha
Pratibha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Genius, brilliance, talent”.
| Meaning | Genius, brilliance, talent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | प्रतिभा |
| Pronunciation | pruh-TIB-hah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Pratibha
Pratibha is the Sanskrit pratibhā, 'flash of insight, intelligence, creative genius'. In Sanskrit poetics it names the creative intuition a poet needs, and in philosophy it can mean intuitive understanding. As a girl's name it has been popular for decades. Pratibha Patil, the first woman President of India (2007 to 2012), is its most famous bearer.
Is Pratibha a Hindu name?
Pratibha is a virtue name drawn from Sanskrit learning, used mainly by Hindu families; it is sometimes linked to Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, as a quality she grants.
How popular is Pratibha?
Well known across India, more often among women born before 1990.
Gifts with the name Pratibha
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Spellings and variants of Pratibha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pratibha mean?
Pratibha means 'Genius, brilliance, talent'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Pratibha a Hindu name?
Pratibha is a virtue name drawn from Sanskrit learning, used mainly by Hindu families; it is sometimes linked to Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, as a quality she grants.
How do you pronounce Pratibha?
Pratibha is pronounced pruh-TIB-hah.
Is Pratibha a boy or girl name?
Pratibha is usually a girl name.