Puja Girl
Origin(s)
Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: worship; Hindi: prayer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Puja is derived from the Sanskrit word 'puja', which refers to a religious ritual of worship. It is commonly used in Hindu culture, where rituals and prayers are integral to spiritual practice. The name is often given to girls in India and among Hindu communities worldwide, reflecting a connection to spirituality and devotion.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Puja was first seen in the United States in 1975. Puja has ranked as high as #1121 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has not reached a level of popularity in any states at this time. In the past 5 years the name Puja has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Puja (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 43 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 44 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |