Suman
Suman is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Flower; good-hearted”.
| Meaning | Flower; good-hearted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सुमन |
| Pronunciation | soo-MUN |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Suman
Suman comes from Sanskrit sumanas, which literally means 'good-minded, cheerful' and is also a standard word for a flower, perhaps because flowers gladden the mind. In Hindi suman is an everyday poetic word for a blossom. The name is used for both boys and girls across India and Nepal. Bearers include the singer Suman Kalyanpur and the Bengali singer-songwriter Kabir Suman.
Is Suman a Hindu name?
Suman is a Hindu name with no single deity; flowers offered in worship are often called suman, and the word also describes a pure, joyful mind. Some Muslim and Sikh families in South Asia also use it.
How popular is Suman?
Very familiar across India and Nepal; in the north it is mostly a girl's name, in Bengal and Nepal often a boy's.
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Spellings and variants of Suman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suman mean?
Suman means 'Flower; good-hearted'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Suman a Hindu name?
Suman is a Hindu name with no single deity; flowers offered in worship are often called suman, and the word also describes a pure, joyful mind. Some Muslim and Sikh families in South Asia also use it.
How do you pronounce Suman?
Suman is pronounced soo-MUN.
Is Suman a boy or girl name?
Suman is used for both boys and girls.