Suprabha
Suprabha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Radiant, beautifully shining”.
| Meaning | Radiant, beautifully shining |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सुप्रभा |
| Pronunciation | soo-PRUH-bhah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Suprabha
Suprabha joins su, 'very', with prabha, 'light, radiance'. The related word suprabhatam, 'auspicious dawn', names the famous morning hymn sung to wake Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala. Suprabha also appears in the Mahabharata as one of the seven forms of the Sarasvati river in a passage on sacred rivers. As a given name it is traditional and found especially in South India.
Is Suprabha a Hindu name?
Suprabha is a Hindu name of light and radiance, echoing the Suprabhatam dawn hymn. It does not name a principal deity.
How popular is Suprabha?
An uncommon traditional name, mainly in South India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suprabha mean?
Suprabha means 'Radiant, beautifully shining'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Suprabha a Hindu name?
Suprabha is a Hindu name of light and radiance, echoing the Suprabhatam dawn hymn. It does not name a principal deity.
How do you pronounce Suprabha?
Suprabha is pronounced soo-PRUH-bhah.
Is Suprabha a boy or girl name?
Suprabha is usually a girl name.