Sugandha
Sugandha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Fragrant, sweet-smelling”.
| Meaning | Fragrant, sweet-smelling |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सुगंधा |
| Pronunciation | soo-GUN-dhah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Sugandha
Sugandha joins su, 'good', with gandha, 'scent', so it means 'having a pleasant fragrance'. In Sanskrit sugandha is also used for fragrant substances and flowers offered in worship. The name is traditional rather than trendy and is found across North and East India. Sugandha Garg and Sugandha Mishra are contemporary bearers in Indian film and comedy.
Is Sugandha a Hindu name?
Sugandha is a Hindu name; fragrance, through flowers, sandal paste and incense, is one of the standard offerings in puja. Some traditions also name a Shakti Peetha goddess Sugandha, in present-day Bangladesh.
How popular is Sugandha?
Moderately used across India, more in older generations.
Gifts with the name Sugandha
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Spellings and variants of Sugandha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sugandha mean?
Sugandha means 'Fragrant, sweet-smelling'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sugandha a Hindu name?
Sugandha is a Hindu name; fragrance, through flowers, sandal paste and incense, is one of the standard offerings in puja. Some traditions also name a Shakti Peetha goddess Sugandha, in present-day Bangladesh.
How do you pronounce Sugandha?
Sugandha is pronounced soo-GUN-dhah.
Is Sugandha a boy or girl name?
Sugandha is usually a girl name.