Meaning of Jamna

Pronunciation: Jamna is pronounced JUM-naa

Written as: जमना (Devanagari)

About the Name Jamna

Jamna is a girl name with roots in Hindi and Sanskrit culture. A Hindi form of Yamuna, the sacred river of northern India, revered as a goddess and sister of Yama.

In Hindu tradition, Jamna is associated with the Makara rashi.

The numerology number for Jamna is 3, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

✨ Quick Name Analysis

Origin / Religionhindi, sanskrit
Gendergirl
StyleShort & Modern
PopularityUncommon name in India (2025)

Details

Origin : hindi, sanskrit

Gender : girl

Nakshatra : Uttara Ashadha

Rashi : Makara

Numerology : 3

Syllables : 2

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Etymology of Jamna

A Hindi form of Yamuna, with the Sanskrit 'y' becoming 'j' in everyday speech. The Yamuna is a sacred river of northern India, worshipped as a goddess and, in myth, the sister of Yama, god of death.

Variants and related forms of Jamna

Personality and Numerology of Jamna

In numerology, the name Jamna reduces to the number 3, which is most often linked to creativity, expression, optimism. A person carrying this vibration is usually expressive and socially warm - drawn to art, performance, conversation, and any setting where ideas can be shared with energy. The name Jamna also falls under the Makara rashi (moon sign), traditionally described as disciplined and ambitious, building patiently for the long term. Its associated nakshatra is Uttara Ashadha.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jamna mean in Sanskrit?
A Hindi form of Yamuna, the sacred river of northern India, revered as a goddess and sister of Yama.
What is the origin of the name Jamna?
A Hindi form of Yamuna, with the Sanskrit 'y' becoming 'j' in everyday speech. The Yamuna is a sacred river of northern India, worshipped as a goddess and, in myth, the sister of Yama, god of death.
How do you pronounce Jamna?
Jamna is pronounced JUM-naa.
Is Jamna a boy or girl name?
Jamna is a girl name. It belongs to the Makara rashi.
What is the rashi of the name Jamna?
The rashi (moon sign) of the name Jamna is Makara. Its nakshatra is Uttara Ashadha.
What is the numerology number of Jamna?
The numerology number for the name Jamna is 3. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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