Anjali

"Divine offering; gesture of reverence with joined palms"

โ™€ Female ยท Hindi, Sanskrit
indian popular

๐Ÿ“– About Anjali

Anjali is a Sanskrit name meaning 'divine offering' or 'gesture of reverence', referring to the anjali mudra โ€” the act of joining palms in prayer or greeting. Rooted in Hindu devotional tradition, the name symbolizes gratitude and spiritual grace. It is widely popular across India and the South Asian diaspora, and gained further cultural prominence through iconic Bollywood films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995).

๐Ÿ“ Details

  • OriginHindi, Sanskrit
  • Genderโ™€ Female
  • MeaningDivine offering; gesture of reverence with joined palms

โญ Famous People

  • Anjali (actress) โ€” Indian actress known for her roles in Tamil and Telugu cinema, including films like Kanchana and Inaindha Kaigal
  • Anjali Bhagwat โ€” Indian sport shooter and multiple World Cup gold medalist, one of India's most decorated shooters
  • Anjali Devi โ€” Legendary Telugu and Tamil film actress of the 1950sโ€“70s, known as 'Queen of Costume Dramas'
  • Anjali (Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge) โ€” Iconic fictional character played by Pooja Ruparel in the 1995 Bollywood classic, contributing to the name's widespread cultural resonance