Indian name meaning
Menaka
♀ GirlMe·na·ka · 3 syllables
A celestial nymph; a heavenly apsara
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Mainka
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Compassionate, idealistic and generous — moved by big causes and helping others.
The letters of Menaka add up to 18, which reduces to 9.
About the name Menaka
Menaka is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A celestial nymph; a heavenly apsara.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Menaka has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.” It is also spelled Mainka.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Menaka mean?
Menaka means “A celestial nymph; a heavenly apsara.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Menaka a boy or a girl name?
Menaka is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Menaka?
Menaka is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Menaka?
In the Chaldean system, Menaka has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
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