Rachana
Rachana is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Creation, composition”.
| Meaning | Creation, composition |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | रचना |
| Pronunciation | RUCH-nah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Rachana
Rachana is the Sanskrit and Hindi word racanā, 'arrangement, composition, creation', from rac, 'to arrange, form'. It is used for a written work or a piece of art as well as for creation in general. As a girl's name it was popular across India from the 1970s to the 1990s. In Hindi the middle vowel is often barely pronounced, giving 'RUCH-nah'.
Is Rachana a Hindu name?
Rachana is a word name used mostly by Hindu families, without a deity association.
How popular is Rachana?
Fairly common in India, especially among women born before 2000.
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Spellings and variants of Rachana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rachana mean?
Rachana means 'Creation, composition'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Rachana a Hindu name?
Rachana is a word name used mostly by Hindu families, without a deity association.
How do you pronounce Rachana?
Rachana is pronounced RUCH-nah.
Is Rachana a boy or girl name?
Rachana is usually a girl name.