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Saumya

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Pronounced SOWM-yah /ˈsaʊm.jə/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit saumya, 'gentle; calm; mild; of the moon (Soma).' A serene, cooling virtue name.Low

In 30 seconds: A serene Sanskrit name: Saumya means 'gentle, calm; of the moon' (said 'SOWM-yah'). Cooling and soft.

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Origin MediumSanskrit

MeaningFrom the Sanskrit saumya, 'gentle; calm; mild; of the moon (Soma).' A serene, cooling virtue name.

U.S. rank (2019)#12258 ↗ Rising

2019 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2002

Total births (all-time)≈ 244

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Saumya means 'gentle; calm; of the moon' in Sanskrit, an image of soft, lunar peace. It reads serene and rare in the U.S. (said 'SOWM-yah').

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

Did you know? Saumya is Sanskrit for 'gentle; calm; mild' and 'of the moon' (linked to Soma) - a serene, cooling name evoking quiet composure (said 'SOWM-yah').

Overall data confidence 46%

References - Saumya — Sanskrit 'gentle, calm; of the moon'

Variations

SoumyaSaumiaSaumyaa

Nicknames

SauMya

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Saumya mean?

Saumya is Sanskrit for 'gentle; calm; mild; of the moon.'

How do you pronounce Saumya?

It's said SOWM-yah /ˈsaʊm.jə/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Saumya a boy or girl name?

Saumya is a girl's name.

How popular is Saumya?

Saumya is a rare name in the U.S.