Nanda

Meaning of Nanda

Nanda is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its origins in India, where it is derived from the Sanskrit word "nand" which means "joy" or "delight." This name has a lovely and melodic sound that is pleasing to the ear. In English, Nanda is pronounced as NAN-duh (/ˈnæn.də/). A variation of this name is Nandita.

Although not extremely popular in the United States, there have been occurrences of babies named Nanda over the years. In 1950, it ranked as the 5th most popular name for girls with 5300 occurrences. The popularity of the name fluctuated over time, but it remained consistently chosen by parents who appreciated its cultural significance and gentle sound.

Choosing the name Nanda for your baby girl will not only give her a distinctive and meaningful name but also connect her to Indian heritage and traditions.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as NAN-duh (/ˈnæn.də/)

• Nandita
• Nandini
• Nandika
• Nandana
• Nandi