boy · Sanskrit

Nama

/NA-ma/

Meaning: Salutation, respect

Nama at a glance

Meaning: Salutation, respect
Origin: Sanskrit
Religion: Hindu
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: NA-ma
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Naman, Namanah, Namano, Namman, Naamani, Naamanya

Lucky details for Nama

Number: 2
Color: Pearl White
Stone: Moonstone
Flower: Jasmine
Day: Monday
Planet: Moon
Zodiac: Cancer
Metal: Silver

Nama is a Sanskrit name meaning “salutation, respect”. It is a spelling variant of Naman and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Nama for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Nama reduce to 2, a number linked with Moon and with people who are empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 2 — Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred.

Personality

Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred

Positive Traits

Empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker

Negative Traits

Sensitive to criticism and can take things to heart

Career Suggestions

Counselling, teaching, nursing, hospitality, the arts

Nicknames

Nami Nay

Middle Names

Naman Naabi Ntandona

Sibling Names

Aanya Adveek Anjaly Charve

Compatible Names

Aarav Aarya Akshaiya Aneeketa Arnaah Cheereg

FAQs about the name Nama

What does the name Nama mean?

Nama means “salutation, respect” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Nama a boy or girl name?

Nama is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Nama?

Nama is pronounced NA-ma (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Nama?

The lucky number for Nama is 2, ruled by Moon.

What are good nicknames for Nama?

Popular short forms include Nami, Nay.