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Praan

/PRAAN/

Meaning: Sacred syllable Om

Praan at a glance

Meaning: Sacred syllable Om
Origin: Sanskrit
Religion: Hindu
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: PRAAN
Syllables: 1
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Pranav, Pranev, Praenav, Prania, Prane, Prannev

Lucky details for Praan

Number: 8
Color: Deep Indigo
Stone: Blue Sapphire
Flower: Iris
Day: Saturday
Planet: Saturn
Zodiac: Capricorn
Metal: Iron

Praan is a Sanskrit name meaning “sacred syllable om”. It is a spelling variant of Pranav and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Praan for its 1-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Praan reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.

Numerology

Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.

Personality

Determined, disciplined, plays the long game

Positive Traits

Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal

Negative Traits

Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves

Career Suggestions

Finance, law, construction, administration, public service

Nicknames

Praa Prai Pray Pry

Middle Names

Parth Parteh Praanna

Sibling Names

Aanya Adveek Anjaly Charve

Compatible Names

Aarav Aarya Akshaiya Aneeketa Arnaah Cheereg

FAQs about the name Praan

What does the name Praan mean?

Praan means “sacred syllable om” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Praan a boy or girl name?

Praan is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Praan?

Praan is pronounced PRAAN (1 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Praan?

The lucky number for Praan is 8, ruled by Saturn.

What are good nicknames for Praan?

Popular short forms include Praa, Prai, Pray, Pry.