Indian name meaning
Ganga
♀ GirlGan·ga · 2 syllables
The sacred river Ganges; the river goddess
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Ganga add up to 13, which reduces to 4.
About the name Ganga
Ganga is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The sacred river Ganges; the river goddess.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Ganga has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ganga mean?
Ganga means “The sacred river Ganges; the river goddess.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ganga a boy or a girl name?
Ganga is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Ganga?
Ganga is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Ganga?
In the Chaldean system, Ganga has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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