Hema

The first name Hema, a female name, has its roots in the Indian region and is translated as "the Golden." Its origins lie in the ancient script form of Sanskrit, where the term hemā (हेमा) stands for "gold," "golden," or "gold-colored."

What does the name Hema mean?

Hema is a female first name that originates from the Indian linguistic area and carries the meaning "the Golden." The name is derived from the Sanskrit word hemā (हेमा), which means "gold," "golden," or "golden-colored." Additionally, the term is also found in Swahili, where it refers to "a tent," "a marquee," or "a portable lodge." In the Hawaiian language, Hema is used to express "left" or "south." In the context of the Maori people, the name refers to "the genitals."

Where does the name Hema come from?

The name Hema has its roots in Sanskrit and carries the meaning "the Golden."

How do you pronounce Hema?

Hema is pronounced like 'He-ma.'

Popularity

In Germany, Hema is a relatively rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2020, when it reached 2,824th. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 40 times as a first name, placing it 4,401st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,776th.

Famous people

• Hema Malini (Indian actress)
• Hema Nagendra Babu Thandarang (Indian badminton player)
• Hema Saraswati (writer from India)
• Hema Sardesai (Indian singer)
• Hema Upadhyay (artist from India)
• Pana Hema Taylor (New Zealand actress)