Saranya
Saranya is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, popular in Tamil and Malayalam origin, meaning “One who gives refuge”.
| Meaning | One who gives refuge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, popular in Tamil and Malayalam |
| Written as | சரண்யா |
| Pronunciation | SAH-run-yah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Saranya
Saranya comes from Sanskrit sharanya, 'affording shelter, worthy to be a refuge', from sharana, 'refuge, protection'. The old gloss 'surrendered' reverses the sense: the name describes the protector rather than the one who takes refuge. Sharanya is used as an epithet of the goddess Durga and other deities. In Tamil Nadu and Kerala, Saranya is a well-established girls' name.
Is Saranya a Hindu name?
Saranya draws on the Hindu idea of sharanagati, taking refuge in the divine, and the name itself praises the deity as the giver of refuge. It is often associated with Durga or Parvati.
How popular is Saranya?
Common among Tamil and Malayali families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saranya mean?
Saranya means 'One who gives refuge'. It is of Sanskrit, popular in Tamil and Malayalam origin.
Is Saranya a Hindu name?
Saranya draws on the Hindu idea of sharanagati, taking refuge in the divine, and the name itself praises the deity as the giver of refuge. It is often associated with Durga or Parvati.
How do you pronounce Saranya?
Saranya is pronounced SAH-run-yah.
Is Saranya a boy or girl name?
Saranya is usually a girl name.