Annapurna
goddess of nourishment
GenderGirlOriginTelugu/SanskritSay itun-nuh-POOR-nahPopularityTraditional, revered
Pronounced un-nuh-POOR-nah
About the name Annapurna
Annapurna is the goddess of food and nourishment, symbolizing abundance and the sustaining power of a mother's care. The name carries warmth and generosity.
Generous, nurturing, and warmly abundant.
Fun fact
Annapurna's famous temple in Varanasi remains a major pilgrimage site for those seeking blessings of abundance.
Nicknames for Annapurna
AnnaPurna
Variations
AnnapoornaAnnapurnamma
Similar names
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