Rituparna
Rituparna is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Leaf of the season”.
| Meaning | Leaf of the season |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | ঋতুপর্ণা |
| Pronunciation | ri-too-POR-nah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Rituparna
Rituparna combines ritu, a season, and parna, a leaf, so it is usually understood as 'leaf of the season'. In the Mahabharata, Rituparna is the king of Ayodhya whom Nala serves while in disguise, a master of dice and numbers. In modern Bengal the name is used for girls; the actress Rituparna Sengupta is a well-known bearer, and the masculine-styled Rituparno is familiar from the film director Rituparno Ghosh.
Is Rituparna a Hindu name?
Rituparna is a Hindu name with a place in the epic story of Nala and Damayanti, though as a girl's name today it is chosen mainly for its poetic image.
How popular is Rituparna?
Mainly heard in West Bengal and among Bengali Hindus; rare elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rituparna mean?
Rituparna means 'Leaf of the season'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Rituparna a Hindu name?
Rituparna is a Hindu name with a place in the epic story of Nala and Damayanti, though as a girl's name today it is chosen mainly for its poetic image.
How do you pronounce Rituparna?
Rituparna is pronounced ri-too-POR-nah.
Is Rituparna a boy or girl name?
Rituparna is usually a girl name.