Neha

Neha
GenderFemale
Language(s)Hindi
Sanskrit
Origin
Word/nameIndia
Meaninglove
Region of originIndia
Other names
Related namesNehal, Nahla, Nina

Neha (Hindi and Sanskrit: नेहा; Hindi pronunciation: [neː.ɦɑː]) is a popular Hindi/ Sanskrit Indian feminine given name, often found in the Hindu community. It means 'love' / 'affection', 'rain' / 'downpour', and is sometimes translated as 'beautiful eyes'.

Etymology

The name Neha has multiple origins. It may mean one of the following:

  • 'love' or 'affection', when derived from Sneha (Sanskrit: स्नेह);
  • 'rain' or 'downpour', when derived from Nehal (Sanskrit: नेहल); or
  • 'beautiful eyes', when referencing common beliefs across Indian baby naming sites.[1][2]

Notable people named Neha

References

  1. ^ "Sikh Name Girl Neha Gender, Meaning, Numerology". a2zbabyname.com. Retrieved 2022-07-13.
  2. ^ "Neha Name Meaning, About English Girl Name Neha". NamesFolder.com.