Vandana
Sanskrit · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Vandana
Vandana is a Sanskrit name derived from the root "vand," meaning "to bow" or "to praise," and literally translates to "salutation," "worship," or "prayer." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Sanskrit literature and religious texts where it denotes the act of reverential greeting or devotion.
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Etymology
Vandana is a Sanskrit name derived from the root "vand," meaning "to bow" or "to praise," and literally translates to "salutation," "worship," or "prayer." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Sanskrit literature and religious texts where it denotes the act of reverential greeting or devotion.
Vandana currently ranks #18,932 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2000.
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