Trishna
Trishna is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Thirst, longing, desire”.
| Meaning | Thirst, longing, desire |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | तृष्णा |
| Pronunciation | TRISH-naa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Trishna
Trishna comes from the Sanskrit trshna, 'thirst', which also carries the wider sense of longing or desire. In everyday Bengali and Hindi it can mean a deep yearning for something. The name has a literary feel and is used especially in Bengal. It also gave its title to a 2011 film by Michael Winterbottom, a version of Tess of the d'Urbervilles set in India.
Is Trishna a Hindu name?
Hindu families use Trishna as a name for longing and devotion. In Buddhist thought the Pali form tanha means craving, the cause of suffering, so some families prefer to read it as longing for the divine.
How popular is Trishna?
Found in India, particularly among Bengali families; uncommon elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Trishna mean?
Trishna means 'Thirst, longing, desire'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Trishna a Hindu name?
Hindu families use Trishna as a name for longing and devotion. In Buddhist thought the Pali form tanha means craving, the cause of suffering, so some families prefer to read it as longing for the divine.
How do you pronounce Trishna?
Trishna is pronounced TRISH-naa.
Is Trishna a boy or girl name?
Trishna is usually a girl name.