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Neerja Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "neerja" is "lotus", and is used often for "female".

Name
neerja
Meaning
lotus
Pronunciation
neer-ja
Used for
female
Syllables
2

Neerja Name Details

The name Neerja is of Indian origin and is commonly used in several Indian languages. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'nīrja', which means 'lotus'. In Hindu mythology, the lotus flower is associated with purity, beauty, and spirituality. The name Neerja is often given to girls as it signifies qualities like grace, elegance, and purity. It gained prominence after the release of the Hindi film 'Neerja' in 2016, based on the true story of Neerja Bhanot, a brave Indian flight attendant who sacrificed her life while saving passengers during a hijacking incident.

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