Soma

At a Glance

Meaning

The sacred ritual drink of Vedic tradition, personified as the moon god Soma

Origin

Sanskrit

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

SOH-mahListen

Soma is a Sanskrit name, pronounced SOH-mah, that points back to the sacred ritual drink of Vedic tradition, which was personified as the moon god Soma. You may see it said that the name means 'moon,' but that isn't where it started: the original meaning is the ritual drink, and the moon connection came later, when Soma was identified with the moon god Chandra.

Meaning & Origin of Soma

Meaning: The sacred ritual drink of Vedic tradition, personified as the moon god Soma.

Origin: Sanskrit.

A common claim: Said to mean 'moon.' Actually: The name's original meaning is the sacred ritual drink of Vedic tradition — the 'moon' association comes later, from Soma being identified with the moon god Chandra.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Soma

Popularity of Soma

Soma is a rare name in the U.S. In 2024 it ranked #7645, with 11 babies given the name. Its highest rank in the data, which runs from 1973 to 2024, was #6425 in 2022, when 14 babies were named Soma.

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FAQ

What does the name Soma mean?

The sacred ritual drink of Vedic tradition, personified as the moon god Soma. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Soma?

Soma is pronounced SOH-mah (IPA: /ˈsoʊmə/).

Is Soma a popular name right now?

Soma peaked at #6425 in 2022 and is ranked #7645 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1973–2024.)

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