Sapna
Sapna is a Hindu girl name of Hindi, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Dream”.
| Meaning | Dream |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hindi, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | सपना |
| Pronunciation | SUP-nah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Sapna
Sapna is the everyday Hindi and Urdu word for 'dream', descended from Sanskrit svapna. It became a popular girls' name in the 1960s to 1980s, partly because of its frequent use in Hindi film songs. It is used by Hindu, Sikh and some Muslim families in North India and Pakistan, and also in Nepal.
Is Sapna a Hindu name?
Sapna is a vernacular word name with no specific religious figure attached. It is chosen for its tender, poetic meaning.
How popular is Sapna?
Familiar in North India, mostly among women born before the 1990s.
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Spellings and variants of Sapna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sapna mean?
Sapna means 'Dream'. It is of Hindi, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Sapna a Hindu name?
Sapna is a vernacular word name with no specific religious figure attached. It is chosen for its tender, poetic meaning.
How do you pronounce Sapna?
Sapna is pronounced SUP-nah.
Is Sapna a boy or girl name?
Sapna is usually a girl name.