What origin is the name Purana?

Purana comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Purana?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Purana — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Purana?

Purana starts with the syllable “Pu” (पू), which traditionally belongs to Hasta nakshatra, pada 1, in Kanya rashi (Virgo). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Purana

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Purana

Purana

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Purana is an Indian unisex name meaning "Ancient; complete; old".

The meaning of Purana is "Ancient; complete; old" — a unisex name of Indian origin. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Ancient; complete; old

Popularity

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Quick answers about Purana

What does Purana mean?

Purana is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Ancient; complete; old".

How popular is Purana?

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Brother names that go with Purana

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Purana

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Purana.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Pu (पू)
Rashi: Kanya (Virgo)
Nakshatra: Hasta, pada 1
Name number: 5

By tradition, names starting with “Pu” suit babies born in Hasta nakshatra (pada 1), which falls in Kanya rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.