Bhavana
Meaningfeeling, emotion · Sanskrit
Bhavana is an Indian girl name meaning “feeling, emotion”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Bhavana has the names Ana, Ava and Van hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Bhavana would score 15 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationBhavana peaked in 2001, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Bhavana you'd meet today is about 24 years old.
- HistoryBhavana first shows up in US birth records in 1995, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 30 years since.
US births per million girls, 1995–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Bhavana
Bhavana is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “feeling, emotion”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
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- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Bhavana
What does the name Bhavana mean?
Bhavana means “feeling, emotion” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Wijdan (“emotion, feeling”).
What is the origin of the name Bhavana?
Bhavana is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Bhavana a boy or girl name?
Bhavana is a girl name.
How popular is the name Bhavana?
Bhavana is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2010. It peaked at #8,758 in 2001, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Bhavana?
If you like Bhavana, you might also like Wijdan.
What should I know before naming my baby Bhavana?
Bhavana is an Indian girl name meaning “feeling, emotion”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.