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Sadhana

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Pronounced SAHD-hah-nah /ˈsɑːd.hə.nə/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit sadhana, 'spiritual practice; disciplined devotion; the means to a goal' - a word central to Hindu and Buddhist practice, held in respect.Low

In 30 seconds: A meaningful Sanskrit name: Sadhana means 'spiritual practice; disciplined devotion' (said 'SAHD-hah-nah'). Serene and purposeful.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit sadhana, 'spiritual practice; disciplined devotion; the means to a goal' - a word central to Hindu and Buddhist practice, held in respect.
U.S. rank (2023)#14849 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 217

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201319992023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Sadhana means 'spiritual practice; the disciplined means to a goal' in Sanskrit. It carries deep contemplative weight - rare and serene in the U.S. (said 'SAHD-hah-nah').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Indian-heritage families. Rare, serene, and purposeful.

Did you know? Sadhana is Sanskrit for 'spiritual practice; disciplined devotion' - a word central to Hindu and Buddhist life, describing the steady path toward a goal (said 'SAHD-hah-nah').
Overall data confidence 48%
References - Sadhana — Sanskrit 'spiritual practice; devotion'

Variations

SadhnaSaadhanaSadhika

Nicknames

SadhuAna

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sadhana mean?

Sadhana is Sanskrit for 'spiritual practice; disciplined devotion; the means to a goal.'

How do you pronounce Sadhana?

It's said SAHD-hah-nah /ˈsɑːd.hə.nə/ - three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Sadhana a boy or girl name?

Sadhana is a girl's name.

How popular is Sadhana?

Sadhana is a rare name in the U.S.

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