Sanskrit · Girl name
Priyanka
“beloved or dear one”
About the name Priyanka
Priyanka is a girls’ name of Sanskrit origin, meaning ‘dear one’. It is derived from the Sanskrit word priya (प्रिय), which means ‘dear’ or ‘loved’, and the name is commonly used in Indian culture, linked with affection. It is used throughout India and in Nepal and the Indian diaspora. Well-known bearers include the actress Priyanka Chopra, a former Miss World, and the Indian politician Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
- Meaning
- beloved or dear one
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- PRI-yang-ka(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Priyanka
- Priyanka Rani
- Priyanka Kiran
- Priyanka Sita
- Priyanka Anjali
- Priyanka Priya
Questions about Priyanka
- What does Priyanka mean?
- Priyanka is a Sanskrit name meaning "beloved or dear one".
- How do you pronounce Priyanka?
- Priyanka is pronounced PRI-yang-ka, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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