Banisha
Sanskrit · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Banisha
The name 'Banisha' does not have a widely recognized etymology or established meaning in major linguistic roots, but it is often interpreted as a variant of 'Banisha' meaning "princess" or "queen" in Sanskrit-derived contexts.
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Etymology
The name 'Banisha' does not have a widely recognized etymology or established meaning in major linguistic roots, but it is often interpreted as a variant of 'Banisha' meaning "princess" or "queen" in Sanskrit-derived contexts. It is primarily used in South Asian cultures, particularly among Hindu and Muslim communities, though it lacks notable historical or religious significance beyond modern given-name usage.
Banisha currently ranks #13,683 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1993.
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