Sumona
Sumona is a Muslim girl name of Bengali (from Sanskrit Sumana) origin, meaning “Good-hearted, kind”.
| Meaning | Good-hearted, kind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bengali (from Sanskrit Sumana) |
| Pronunciation | SHOO-mo-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, India |
Meaning and origin of Sumona
Sumona is how Bengali renders the Sanskrit Sumanā, the female form of Suman, which means pleasant or good-minded. Across Bengal it is used by Hindu and Muslim families alike. Very often it is the name a girl is called by at home, while a separate formal name appears on her documents, a pattern that is common in Bangladeshi naming customs.
Is Sumona a Muslim name?
Although it comes from Sanskrit and not from Islamic tradition, many Bangladeshi Muslim families give Sumona, and its kind-hearted meaning suits a daughter well.
How popular is Sumona?
It is common in Bangladesh and West Bengal.
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Spellings and variants of Sumona
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumona mean?
Sumona means 'Good-hearted, kind'. It is of Bengali (from Sanskrit Sumana) origin.
Is Sumona a Muslim name?
Although it comes from Sanskrit and not from Islamic tradition, many Bangladeshi Muslim families give Sumona, and its kind-hearted meaning suits a daughter well.
How do you pronounce Sumona?
Sumona is pronounced SHOO-mo-nah.
Is Sumona a boy or girl name?
Sumona is usually a girl name.