Prem

At a Glance: Name: Prem – Meaning: love, affection – Origin: Sanskrit – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: PREM

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Prem is a boy's name from Sanskrit, pronounced PREM (/ˈprɛm/), carrying the meaning "love, affection." It has a worldly, clean, modern style, making it a short, clear option for parents drawn to names with a direct, uncomplicated sound. If you're researching Prem, the meaning itself is simple and worth sitting with: love, plain and unadorned.

Meaning & Origin of Prem

Meaning: Love, affection.

Origin: Sanskrit.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Prem

Phonetic: PREM   IPA: /ˈprɛm/

Popularity of Prem

Prem has never been common in Social Security data going back to 1976: it peaked at rank #3257 in 1999 with 25 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had fallen to rank #6376 with just 14.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1976–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Prem mean?

Love, affection. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Prem)

How do you pronounce Prem?

Prem is pronounced PREM (IPA: /ˈprɛm/).

Is Prem a popular name right now?

Prem peaked at #3257 in 1999 and is ranked #6376 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1976–2024.)

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