Aparna

“banana tree” — Associated with the banana tree

India origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15499US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

512All-time births

📅 Since 197000

How to pronounce Aparna

ay·PEE·AH·RNAH

/ˌeɪ.ˈpiː.ˈɑ.ˈrnɑ/ · stress on PEE · 4 syllables

“banana tree”

Associated with the banana tree · India origin

What does Aparna mean and where does it come from?

Aparna (अपर्णा) is a popular name in India derived from Sanskrit. In mythology, Aparna is another name for the goddess Parvati. It is used extensively in Hindu communities. The name has connotations of peace and nurturing, reflecting the characteristics associated with the banana tree, which is rega

Cultural significance

Aparna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of banana tree.

Peak popularity

Reached #4550 in 1975 — currently #15499 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Aparna?

Aparna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Aparna Grace

How popular is Aparna right now?

Falling — down 2224 spots — currently #15499 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2021#15499 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#15499	5	▼ down 2224 · -29% births
2015	#13275	7	▼ down 5670 · -56% births
2010	#7605	16	▼ down 358
2005	#7247	16	▼ down 1672 · -20% births
2000	#5575	20	▲ up 3482 · +122% births
1995	#9057	9	▲ up 1578 · +29% births
1990	#10635	7	▼ down 3914 · -30% births
1985	#6721	10	▲ up 1129 · +25% births
1980	#7850	8	▼ down 3300 · -43% births
1975	#4550	14	▲ up 1781 · +75% births
1970	#6331	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aparna

Best Year1975Rank #4550

Peak Count20

Average Rank#8577

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202111 years

The story of Aparna

Aparna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 512 total births recorded, Aparna remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6331 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15499 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Aparna in 1975:

Jennifer Amy Heather Melissa Angela

Aparna by decade

Aparna peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	85
1980s	87
1990s	113
2000s ★	172
2010s	55

💎Aparna has only 512 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aparna?

Common

ApaApApieApyArna

What names sound and feel like Aparna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Aparna also consider these

Aarna

India · Light

Alarna

Arabic · A Arabic name

Swarna

India · Golden

Apasra

Thailand · A beloved name

Apsara

India · celestial nymph or

India · beautiful bird, parrot

How is Aparna written in other languages?

Marathi), അപർണ

Malayalam), அபர்ணா (Tamil), ಅಪರ್ಣಾ (Kannada), అపర్ణా (Telugu), অপর্ণা (Bengali

Common questions about the name Aparna

What does the name Aparna mean?

Aparna means "banana tree" — a name rooted in India tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Aparna?

Aparna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Aparna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Aparna?

Aparna originates from India tradition. India names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Aparna?

Aparna is a four-syllable name pronounced EY2 P IY1 AA1 R N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Aparna?

Aparna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar India heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.