unisex name · sanskrit origin
Hiranya
/ hih-RAHN-yah /
Meaning
Hiranya means gold (sanskrit).
Gender
Unisex
Origin
sanskrit
Pronunciation
hih-RAHN-yah
What does Hiranya mean?
From Sanskrit 'hiranya' (हिरण्य) meaning 'gold'; the related adjective 'hiranmaya' means 'golden'. Dictionary-level 'gold' meaning is well attested.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hiranya mean?
Hiranya means gold. From Sanskrit 'hiranya' (हिरण्य) meaning 'gold'; the related adjective 'hiranmaya' means 'golden'. Dictionary-level 'gold' meaning is well attested.
What is the origin of the name Hiranya?
Hiranya is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Hiranya?
Hiranya is pronounced “hih-RAHN-yah.”
Is Hiranya a boy or a girl name?
Hiranya is most commonly used as a unisex name.
What names are similar to Hiranya?
Names similar to Hiranya include Chandra, Kanaka, Naga, Rupa.
What names go well with Hiranya?
sanskrit names that pair well with Hiranya include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.