Nandana
nan-DAH-nah
Nandana is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “A Sanskrit name meaning 'son' or 'daughter' or 'child'. It also means 'delight' or 'joy'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What Nandana Means
“A Sanskrit name meaning 'son' or 'daughter' or 'child'. It also means 'delight' or 'joy'.”
The Story of Nandana
This name, rooted in ancient Sanskrit, sings of a child who is a source of pure delight and blessed happiness.
Nandana is a Sanskrit name that carries multiple layers of meaning, signifying 'son,' 'daughter,' or 'child.' It also means 'delight' or 'joy,' connecting it deeply to the happiness a child brings.
You imagine a daughter who is a precious gift, bringing immense delight and a childlike wonder into your lives. This name speaks to the profound joy and sense of blessing you feel, anticipating her arrival.
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The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
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Peak Year
#15 in 2012
Total Births
121
First Recorded
2002
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