Pushpalata
Pushpalata is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Flowering vine”.
| Meaning | Flowering vine |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | पुष्पलता |
| Pronunciation | push-puh-LUH-taa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Pushpalata
Pushpalata joins pushpa, 'flower', with lata, 'creeper, vine'. A flowering creeper is a familiar image in Sanskrit poetry for a graceful, slender young woman. The name was widely used in India in the mid-twentieth century, and Pushpalata Das, an Assamese freedom fighter and politician, is a notable bearer. It is often shortened to Pushpa or Lata.
Is Pushpalata a Hindu name?
Pushpalata is a nature name with no specific deity link, though flowers are central to Hindu worship. It belongs comfortably in Hindu families.
How popular is Pushpalata?
A traditional name heard mostly among older women; rare for babies now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pushpalata mean?
Pushpalata means 'Flowering vine'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Pushpalata a Hindu name?
Pushpalata is a nature name with no specific deity link, though flowers are central to Hindu worship. It belongs comfortably in Hindu families.
How do you pronounce Pushpalata?
Pushpalata is pronounced push-puh-LUH-taa.
Is Pushpalata a boy or girl name?
Pushpalata is usually a girl name.