Sahaja
Sahaja is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Natural, innate”.
| Meaning | Natural, innate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सहजा |
| Pronunciation | suh-HUH-jah |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Sahaja
Sahaja is the feminine form of the Sanskrit sahaja, 'born together with', meaning innate or natural. The word has a long spiritual history: in medieval Bengal and Tantric Buddhism, the Sahajiya movements spoke of a natural, spontaneous state of enlightenment. In modern times Sahaja Yoga has popularised the term. As a girl's name it is chosen for its sense of simplicity.
Is Sahaja a Hindu name?
Sahaja carries spiritual meaning in Hindu and Buddhist Tantric traditions, where it refers to the natural, unforced state of awakening.
How popular is Sahaja?
A rare name, mainly used in India.
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Spellings and variants of Sahaja
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sahaja mean?
Sahaja means 'Natural, innate'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sahaja a Hindu name?
Sahaja carries spiritual meaning in Hindu and Buddhist Tantric traditions, where it refers to the natural, unforced state of awakening.
How do you pronounce Sahaja?
Sahaja is pronounced suh-HUH-jah.
Is Sahaja a boy or girl name?
Sahaja is usually a girl name.