Declining since 2015.
Popularity of Prajna since 2005
Babies named Prajna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 30 |
| 2010s | 78 |
| 2020s | 27 |
Meaning & origin
Prajna is a rare and spiritually significant name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'wisdom.' First recorded in the United States in 2005, it saw its peak usage in 2014 before entering a steady decline. As of the latest data, Prajna remains uncommon, with no top state concentrations, appealing primarily to families with ties to Hindu or Buddhist traditions or those seeking a name with deep philosophical meaning.
Prajna originates from the Sanskrit word प्रज्ञा (prajñā), meaning 'wisdom' or 'discernment.' It is a key concept in Hindu and Buddhist philosophy, where it refers to the highest form of intuitive wisdom. The name has been used in India for centuries, though its adoption as a given name in the United States is a recent phenomenon, first recorded in the Social Security data in 2005.
Sibling names for Prajna
Names that share Prajna's style, for a brother or sister.
