Poornima
Tamil · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Poornima
The name 'Poornima' means "full moon" in Sanskrit, derived from the root *pūrṇa* (full, complete).
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Etymology
The name 'Poornima' means "full moon" in Sanskrit, derived from the root *pūrṇa* (full, complete). It is predominantly used in Hindu and Indian cultures, often given to girls born on the full moon day (Poornima) in the Hindu lunar calendar, with no specific notable historical figure attached.
Poornima currently ranks #538 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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