Sumana
Sumana is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit and Pali origin, meaning “Flower; good-minded”.
| Meaning | Flower; good-minded |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit and Pali |
| Written as | सुमना |
| Pronunciation | soo-MUH-nah |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Sumana
Sumana is the feminine form of sumanas, 'good-minded, cheerful', also a word for a flower, especially jasmine. In the Pali Buddhist texts, Sumana is the name of several figures, including a sister of King Pasenadi of Kosala who became a nun, and Sumana Saman, the guardian deity of Sri Pada (Adam's Peak) in Sri Lanka. The name is common in Sri Lanka and Bengal.
Is Sumana a Hindu name?
Sumana is used by Hindu and Buddhist families. In Theravada Sri Lanka the name is strongly linked with Buddhist figures and with the protector deity of Adam's Peak, Saman.
How popular is Sumana?
Well used among Sinhala Buddhists and Bengali families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumana mean?
Sumana means 'Flower; good-minded'. It is of Sanskrit and Pali origin.
Is Sumana a Hindu name?
Sumana is used by Hindu and Buddhist families. In Theravada Sri Lanka the name is strongly linked with Buddhist figures and with the protector deity of Adam's Peak, Saman.
How do you pronounce Sumana?
Sumana is pronounced soo-MUH-nah.
Is Sumana a boy or girl name?
Sumana is usually a girl name.