Anju
Sanskrit · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Anju
Anju is a Sanskrit name meaning "nectar" or "grace," derived from the Sanskrit root "anj" which means to anoint or embellish.
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Etymology
Anju is a Sanskrit name meaning "nectar" or "grace," derived from the Sanskrit root "anj" which means to anoint or embellish. The name is predominantly used in Hindu and Indian cultures, particularly among Sanskrit-speaking communities and across India, with historical roots in ancient Sanskrit literature and religious traditions.
Anju currently ranks #16,482 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1995.
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