Indian name meaning
Soma
⚥ UnisexSo·ma · 2 syllables
The moon; the sacred nectar
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Caring, responsible and warm — a natural carer drawn to family and harmony.
| S | o | m | a |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
3 + 7 + 4 + 1 = 15, then 1 + 5 = 6. So Soma carries the name number 6.
About the name Soma
Soma is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The moon; the sacred nectar.”
Spoken aloud it is So·ma — 2 syllables. Soma turns up occasionally in Indian public population records — recognisable, but not everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Soma mean?
Soma means “The moon; the sacred nectar.” It is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Soma a boy or a girl name?
Soma is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Soma?
Soma is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
How do you pronounce Soma?
Soma has 2 syllables and is said as So·ma.
What is the numerology number of the name Soma?
In the Chaldean system, Soma has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”
Is Soma a common name in India?
Soma appears 4 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “uncommon.”
What names go well with Soma?
For a sibling to Soma, families often stay within the same Sanskrit naming tradition — Saanvi, Sachi, Sadanand or Antara all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Soma?
Masooma, Roma, Fatima or Garima share Soma's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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