Pooja Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOO-jah / ˈpuːdʒəSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: worship; Hindi: prayer
Historical & Cultural Background
Pooja is a common name in India, derived from the Sanskrit word 'puja', which refers to a religious ritual of worship. It is often associated with Hindu traditions and is used to denote acts of devotion and reverence. The name reflects the cultural significance of spirituality in Indian society. Pooja is widely used across various regions in India and among Indian communities worldwide.
Trend Summary
The name Pooja has seen consistent popularity in India, particularly among Hindu families.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pooja was first seen in the United States in 1976. Pooja has ranked as high as #1142 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in New Jersey, California, New York, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Pooja has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pooja (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 43 |
| 1985 | 41 |
| 1986 | 39 |
| 1987 | 45 |
| 1988 | 47 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 56 |
| 1991 | 77 |
| 1992 | 104 |
| 1993 | 94 |
| 1994 | 100 |
| 1995 | 91 |
| 1996 | 113 |
| 1997 | 117 |
| 1998 | 91 |
| 1999 | 114 |
| 2000 | 78 |
| 2001 | 68 |
| 2002 | 71 |
| 2003 | 70 |
| 2004 | 53 |
| 2005 | 56 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |