Pragya
PRUG-yah
Pragya is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “A Sanskrit word meaning 'wisdom', 'intelligence', or 'consciousness'. It is a well-established name in Indian culture, often associated with knowledge and intellect.”. It currently ranks #11868 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2018.
What Pragya Means
“A Sanskrit word meaning 'wisdom', 'intelligence', or 'consciousness'. It is a well-established name in Indian culture, often associated with knowledge and intellect.”
The Story of Pragya
Wisdom is not learned, but recognized. This name is the recognition of that innate, brilliant insight.
Pragya is a Sanskrit word meaning 'wisdom', 'intelligence', or 'consciousness'. A well-established name in Indian culture, it is deeply associated with profound knowledge and intellectual depth.
You see in your daughter a natural brilliance, an intuitive understanding that guides her path. This name suggests a child who is not only intelligent but possesses a wise and calm perspective on life.
AI Features
Unlock Pragya’s Full Story
AI consultant · Sibling matches · Cultural deep-dive · Compatibility scores
🔒 No credit card needed
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#18 in 2018
Total Births
233
First Recorded
2001
More Names Like Pragya
View allArya
Hindi
Meaning
In Sanskrit, Arya means "noble" or "honorable." It has also been associated with the Irish name meaning "noble."
Kali
Hindi
Meaning
Kali is a Sanskrit name meaning "the black one." In Hinduism, Kali is a powerful goddess associated with time, change, and destruction.
Alaya
Hindi
Meaning
Can have multiple origins; in Sanskrit/Hindi it means 'abode, home', in Hebrew it means 'rising, ascending'.
Explore related name groups
Save Pragya to your favorites list