Srabani
Srabani is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Born in the monsoon month of Shravan”.
| Meaning | Born in the monsoon month of Shravan |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | শ্রাবণী |
| Pronunciation | SHRAH-bo-nee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Srabani
Srabani is the Bengali form of Shravani, the adjective from Shravana, the rainy month of July-August in the Hindu calendar. A girl called Srabani is traditionally one born in that monsoon season, and the name carries the freshness of rain and green fields that Bengali poetry, especially Tagore's, celebrates. Shravani is also the name of a full-moon festival in Shravan when the sacred thread is renewed. The Bengali singer Srabani Sen is a well-known bearer.
Is Srabani a Hindu name?
Srabani is a Hindu name tied to the month of Shravan, considered especially sacred to Shiva. It does not name a deity but marks a season of fasting and devotion.
How popular is Srabani?
Mainly used in Bengali-speaking families; Shravani is the more common spelling elsewhere in India.
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Spellings and variants of Srabani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Srabani mean?
Srabani means 'Born in the monsoon month of Shravan'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Srabani a Hindu name?
Srabani is a Hindu name tied to the month of Shravan, considered especially sacred to Shiva. It does not name a deity but marks a season of fasting and devotion.
How do you pronounce Srabani?
Srabani is pronounced SHRAH-bo-nee.
Is Srabani a boy or girl name?
Srabani is usually a girl name.