Puja Girl

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationPOO-jah / ˈpuːdʒə

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 been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Puja has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Puja (2003)

StateBirthsShare
NY 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19757
19766
197712
19788
197911
198021
198119
198228
198319
198443
198537
198631
198731
198844
198939
199034
199143
199228
199337
199424
199532
199624
199726
199826
199927
200024
200112
200217
200320
200414
200514
200614
200710
20088
20107
20128
20136
20157