Sneha
Sneha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Love, affection, tenderness”.
| Meaning | Love, affection, tenderness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | स्नेहा |
| Pronunciation | SNAY-hah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Sneha
Sneha comes from Sanskrit sneha, whose first meaning is 'oil' or 'smoothness', and which came to mean warm affection, as if love were what softens and binds. It is used in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali and other languages for loving tenderness. The name was very popular in India in the 1980s and 1990s, and the Tamil actress Sneha is a well-known bearer.
Is Sneha a Hindu name?
Sneha is a descriptive name about love and kindness rather than a deity name. It is used chiefly by Hindu families, and sometimes by Christian and other Indian families.
How popular is Sneha?
Very common throughout India among girls born from the 1980s to 2000s.
Gifts with the name Sneha
- Sneha name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sneha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sneha mean?
Sneha means 'Love, affection, tenderness'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sneha a Hindu name?
Sneha is a descriptive name about love and kindness rather than a deity name. It is used chiefly by Hindu families, and sometimes by Christian and other Indian families.
How do you pronounce Sneha?
Sneha is pronounced SNAY-hah.
Is Sneha a boy or girl name?
Sneha is usually a girl name.